Bornite and Andradite Garnet Physical Properties

Bornite

Andradite Garnet

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Brittle

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1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

5.06-5.083.8-3.9

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven, Subconchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle

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1.6 Cleavage

Poor on [111].

None

1.7 Mohs Hardness

3-3.256.5-7.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Cu5FeS4

Ca₃Fe³⁺₂Si₃O₁₂

Bornite and Andradite Garnet Chemical Formula

While comparing Bornite and Andradite Garnet 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 Andradite Garnet chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Bornite- Cu5FeS4
Chemical formula of Andradite Garnet- Ca₃Fe³⁺₂Si₃O₁₂

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Bornite and Andradite Garnet Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Bornite and Andradite Garnet Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Bornite and Andradite Garnet Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Bornite is 3.8-3.9 whereas that of Andradite Garnet is 3.8-3.9.