Definition of Nantokite

Nantokite

General Information:
 Chemical Formula:
CuCl
 Composition:
(Molecular Weight = 99.00 gm)
Copper 64.19 % Cu
Chlorine 35.81 % Cl
 Empirical Formula:
CuCl
 Locality:
Nantoko, Chile.
 Name Origin:
Named after its location.
Physical Properties:
 Cleavage:
[001] Good, [010] Good, [100] Good
 Color:
colorless, white, grayish, or green.
 Density:
3.93
 Diaphaniety:
Transparent to subtranslucent
 Habits:
Massive - Granular - Common texture observed in granite and other igneous rock., ,
 Hardness:
2-2.5 - Gypsum-Finger Nail
 Luster:
Adamantine
 Streak:
white
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