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Andalusite 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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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.05-3.215.06-5.08
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Subconchoidal, Uneven, Subconchoidal, Splintery, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Uneven, Subconchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
Good on {110}, poor on {100}
Poor on [111].
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7.53-3.25
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Al 2SiO 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references
Cu5FeS4

Andalusite and Bornite Chemical Formula

While comparing Andalusite 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 Andalusite and Bornite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Andalusite- Al 2SiO 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Bornite- Cu5FeS4

Andalusite and Bornite Specific Gravity

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