Bornite and Albite Physical Properties

Bornite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Brittle

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

5.06-5.08

2.60-2.65

1.5 Fracture

Uneven, Subconchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle

Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006), Uneven, Conchoidal

1.6 Cleavage

Poor on [111].

Perfect on {001}, very good on {010}, imperfect on {110}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

3-3.25

6-6.5

1.8 Chemical Composition

Cu5FeS4

NaAlSi 3O 8Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Bornite and Albite Chemical Formula

While comparing Bornite and Albite 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 Bornite and Albite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Bornite- Cu5FeS4
Chemical formula of Albite- NaAlSi 3O 8Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

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Bornite and Albite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Bornite and Albite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Bornite and Albite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Bornite is 2.60-2.65 whereas that of Albite is 2.60-2.65.