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Aragonite and Bornite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Dilute acid
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.93-2.965.06-5.08
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Subconchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
Uneven, Subconchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
Distinct on {010}, imperfect {110} and {011}
Poor on [111].
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5-43-3.25
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
CaCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Cu5FeS4

Aragonite and Bornite Chemical Formula

While comparing Aragonite 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 Aragonite and Bornite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Aragonite- CaCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Bornite- Cu5FeS4

Aragonite and Bornite Specific Gravity

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