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cuprite [′kyü‚prīt] (mineralogy) Cu2O A red mineral that crystallizes in the isometric system and is found in crystals and fine-grained aggregates or is massive; a widespread supergene copper ore. Also known as octahedral copper ore; red copper ore; ruby copper ore. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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| Oxide mineralization was noted to a depth of 396m and comprises malachite, azurite, cuprite and native copper. Cuprite disseminations and fracture fillings associated with the underlying basalts suggest possible copper-gold mineralization at depth. The mineralization at Amethyst Castle comprises dominantly malachite, azurite and subordinate chrysocolla in an oxide zone underlain by a primary zone of chalcopyrite and chalcocite, with cuprite and bornite (all of which are copper minerals) defining a transitional zone. |
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