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Biotite and Bornite Physical Properties


Bornite and Biotite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
Brittle   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.7-3.3   
5.06-5.08   

Fracture
Uneven, Even, Yellow, White   
Uneven, Subconchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle   

Cleavage
Perfect on the {001}   
Poor on [111].   

Mohs Hardness
2.5-3.0   
3-3.25   

Chemical Composition
K(Mg,Fe++)3[AlSi3O10(OH,F)2   
Cu5FeS4   

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Biotite and Bornite Chemical Formula

While comparing Biotite 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 Biotite and Bornite chemical formula.

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Biotite and Bornite Specific Gravity

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

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