Definitions for: Chalcopyrite


[n] a yellow copper ore (CuFeS2) made up of copper-iron sulfide



Webster (1913) Definition: Chal`co*pyr"ite, n. [Gr. chalko`s brass + E.
pyrite. So named from its color.] (Min.)
Copper pyrites, or yellow copper ore; a common ore of copper,
containing copper, iron, and sulphur. It occurs massive and
in tetragonal crystals of a bright brass yellow color.

Synonyms: copper pyrites

See Also: atomic number 29, copper, Cu, mineral

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