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Enargite

ID: 47

Enargite

Chemical Formula

Cu₃AsS₄

Hardness (Mohs)

3

Crystal System

Orthorhombic

Streak

black

Luster

Metallic

Diaphaneity

opaque

Color

Greyish-black to black, grey/rose-brown in reflected light.

Density

4.4 - 4.5

Fun Facts

Despite being an important copper ore, it's notable for containing arsenic, which makes it less desirable for some metallurgical processes due to toxicity concerns