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Let it oxide and see if it's patina is teal. Alternatively, copper has a very specific molecular mass. Measure the volume, measure the mass, compute, compare.

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How can you tell if an item is real copper?

Compare the density with coppers known density (8.94g/mL) by weighing the mystery metal's mass and dividing by it's volume, which can be determined by measuring how much water the metal displaces when submerged. (Additionally, by heating a portion of it briefly in the presence of oxygen a dark blackish-brown color of copper oxide should become visible. Heating it with a direct flame from a small torch should produce a green flame quite easily as well.) All of these tests will allow one to determine if an item is "REAL" copper. They will not assure one that the copper is "PURE" copper (even the density test can be fooled by a witty seasoned metallurgist)


Are Nickels made from real silver?

No, Nickels are made from a mixture of 25% Nickel and 75% Copper.


How can you tell if something is made out of copper?

You can tell if something is made out of copper by its reddish-brown color and its high conductivity of electricity and heat. Additionally, copper is non-magnetic and is softer and more malleable than other metals like iron or steel.


Are real diamonds ever set in copper or sterling silver?

Real diamonds are typically set in precious metals like gold or platinum due to their durability and value. Copper and sterling silver are not commonly used for setting diamonds, as they are softer metals that may not provide the necessary support and security for the stone.


How do you tell if you have a real gold chain?

To know if you chain if real has to have Life Time Guaranties, because soft yellow gold alloys,with copper, brass, bronze, it's not real soft pure gold chain you never in you life time go to see real pure soft yellow gold metal chain,because 24k yellow gold it's too soft ... Look for product to has Life Time Guaranties !!! You can see the different quality in durability in you own hand !!!

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The real name for copper ore?

The most common ore of copper is Copper pyrite CuFeS2 but other ores are also exist.


How do you identify real copper pots and pans?

Most real copper pots/pans will have a copper bottom. It will be a different color than the rest of the pot.


How can you tell if an item is real copper?

Compare the density with coppers known density (8.94g/mL) by weighing the mystery metal's mass and dividing by it's volume, which can be determined by measuring how much water the metal displaces when submerged. (Additionally, by heating a portion of it briefly in the presence of oxygen a dark blackish-brown color of copper oxide should become visible. Heating it with a direct flame from a small torch should produce a green flame quite easily as well.) All of these tests will allow one to determine if an item is "REAL" copper. They will not assure one that the copper is "PURE" copper (even the density test can be fooled by a witty seasoned metallurgist)


How does cleaning pennies relate to the real world?

they are from copper and copper is from the world


What does the slope of a mass copper penny versus the volume tell you about copper pennies?

It tells you the quality of the copper. for example what percentage of the coin is copper


Does a real 1943 copper penny stick to a magnet?

No, a real 1943 copper penny does not stick to a magnet because 1943 pennies were made of zinc-coated steel and not copper due to the shortage of copper during World War II.


Where is Copper Mountain Real Estate located?

Copper Mountain Real Estate is located in Colorado. Copper Mountain is a ski resort town that has various year round vacation options for you to choose from.


Does copper react with deep water?

you tell me


How do you connect copper wires to battery?

i will tell you how if you tell me what this project is called,it uses light bulb, copper wires,holder,6 volt battery.


How can you tell if my 1795 silver dollar is real?

you can tell it's real by the silver. If its real silver it is real. Get it?? I hope that helped you.


How do you tell if you have a 1941 copper penny?

All 1941 pennies are made of bronze which is mostly copper.


How can you tell if your 1943 penny is real?

If it is silver in color and sticks to a magnet, it is real (and worth between a dime and a few dollars). If it is copper and doesn't stick to a magnet (and has not had the date changed by some nefarious means), it is worth several thousand dollars. you could tell if it is very rusty and you also can go to a secailest