Lapiete

Formula:  CuNiSbS3

Origin of name:  From locality; Lapie River, Canada

 

Crystal system:  Orthorhombic

Crystal class:  222

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Diaphaneity:  Opaque

Luster:  Metallic

Habit:  Subhedral grains to 150 µm

Hardness:  4.5 to 5

Specific gravity:  4.97

Cleavage:  1; {100} distinct

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