| Property |
Specification |
| Material |
Copper ore (Native Copper) |
| Color |
Reddish-brown to copper-red |
| Texture |
Rough, uneven, metallic luster |
| Appearance |
Opaque, metallic shine |
| Density |
8.5 - 8.9 g/cm³ |
| Hardness |
2.5 - 3 on Mohs scale |
| Composition |
Primarily copper (Cu), may contain trace elements like sulfur, iron, and oxygen |
| Crystal Structure |
Isometric (cubic) |
| Transparency |
Opaque |
| Clarity |
Solid, no transparency |
| Weight |
Varies depending on size |
| Melting Point |
1,084°C |
| Boiling Point |
2,567°C |
| Electrical Conductivity |
Excellent conductor of electricity |
| Chemical Stability |
Stable, reacts with oxygen to form copper oxide (CuO) |
| Specific Gravity |
8.92 |
| Applications |
Used in electrical wiring, plumbing, and as a raw material for alloys like brass and bronze |
