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Bornite and Apophyllite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
5.06-5.082.30-2.50
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Subconchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle
Uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
Poor on [111].
Perfect on (001)
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3-3.254.5-5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Cu5FeS4
KCa 4Si 8O 20(F,OH) · 8H 2OUlrich Henn and Claudio C.

Bornite and Apophyllite Chemical Formula

While comparing Bornite and Apophyllite 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 Apophyllite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Bornite- Cu5FeS4
  • Chemical formula of Apophyllite- KCa 4Si 8O 20(F,OH) · 8H 2OUlrich Henn and Claudio C.

Bornite and Apophyllite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Bornite and Apophyllite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Bornite and Apophyllite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Bornite is 2.30-2.50 whereas that of Apophyllite is 2.30-2.50.