Chalcopyrite
What is it made of?
It is made of copper, iron and sulphur.
Other minerals in specimen.
Hematite
Where was it found?
Moonta Mine, Moonta, South Australia, Australia.
What is it used for?
Chalcopyrite is a source of copper. Copper is used in most electrical devices because it is a good conductor of electricity. Copper is mixed with zinc to make brass and tin to make bronze.
Actual size
20.5 x 10 cm
