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Amblygonite and Bornite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.98-3.10
5.06-5.08
1.5 Fracture
Sub-Conchoidal, Irregular/uneven, Sub-Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Uneven, Subconchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
[100] Perfect, [110] Good, [011] Distinct
Poor on [111].
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6
3-3.25
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Li,Na)Al(PO 4)(F,OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references
Cu5FeS4

Amblygonite and Bornite Chemical Formula

While comparing Amblygonite and Bornite physical properties, the important data you should know is its chemical composition. Since chemical formula defines the molecular structure of the crystal, most of the physical properties like color, tenacity, solubility are governed by Amblygonite and Bornite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Amblygonite- (Li,Na)Al(PO 4)(F,OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Bornite- Cu5FeS4

Amblygonite and Bornite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Amblygonite and Bornite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Amblygonite and Bornite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Amblygonite is 5.06-5.08 whereas that of Bornite is 5.06-5.08.

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