Augite and Bornite Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
3.19-3.56
5.06-5.08
Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
Uneven, Subconchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle
Cleavage
{110} Perfect, {010} Indistinct
Poor on [111].
Mohs Hardness
5.5-6
3-3.25
Chemical Composition
(Ca,Na)(Mg,Fe,Al,Ti)(Si,Al) 2O 6Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
Cu5FeS4
Augite and Bornite Chemical Formula
While comparing Augite 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 Augite and Bornite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Augite- (Ca,Na)(Mg,Fe,Al,Ti)(Si,Al) 2O 6Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
- Chemical formula of Bornite- Cu5FeS4
Augite and Bornite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Augite and Bornite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Augite and Bornite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Augite is 5.06-5.08 whereas that of Bornite is 5.06-5.08.