Algodonite

Formula: Cu6As

Reflected/transmitted colour: opaque, polished section yellowish to greenish gray, tarnishes dull on exposure

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Optical isotropy/anisotropy: polished section strongly anisotropic, without colour effects

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Birefringence δ/bireflectance: polished section distinct

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