Native Copper
Native Copper is a mineral with the chemical formula Cu. It has a Mohs hardness of 2.5 - 3 and metallic luster.
Native Copper properties
| Type | Mineral |
|---|---|
| Chemical formula | Cu |
| Mohs hardness | 2.5 - 3 |
| Luster | Metallic |
| Typical colors | Copper red, brown |
| Formation | Hydrothermal processes and oxidation of copper ore deposits |
| Rarity | 4 / 10 |
Mohs hardness 2.5–3 — soft
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