Name/Title
Native CopperEntry/Object ID
2009.62.481Description
About Copper
Formula: Cu
Colour: Copper-red. Tarnishes to black or green in air.
Lustre: Metallic
Hardness: 2½ - 3
Specific Gravity: 8.94 - 8.95
Crystal System: Isometric
Member of: Copper Group
Name: From Greek "kyprios", of Cyprus, the location of ancient copper mines; Latin "cuprum".
Copper Group.
Copper was one of the first metals to be worked into implements and the first metal to be smelted from ores. Its excellent ductility and high conductivity assure its use in modern society.Location
Location
Display Case
FS-5Room
Frieda Smith HallBuilding
Crater Rock MuseumCategory
ExhibitMoved By
Ian C.Date
January 29, 2025Notes
Major mineral groups installationLocation
Display Case
FS-4-ARoom
Frieda Smith HallBuilding
Crater Rock MuseumDate
January 4, 2024