Bornite and Aragonite Physical Properties

Bornite

Aragonite

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Physical Properties

Tenacity

Brittle

Solubility

Dilute acid

Durability

Specific Gravity

5.06-5.082.93-2.96

1 7.18

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Fracture

Uneven, Subconchoidal, Conchoidal

Subconchoidal, Conchoidal

Cleavage

Poor on [111].

Distinct on {010}, imperfect {110} and {011}

Mohs Hardness

3-3.253.5-4

2 10

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Chemical Composition

Cu5FeS4

CaCO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Bornite and Aragonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Bornite and Aragonite 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 Aragonite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Bornite- Cu5FeS4
Chemical formula of Aragonite- CaCO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Bornite and Aragonite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Bornite and Aragonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Bornite and Aragonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Bornite is 2.93-2.96 whereas that of Aragonite is 2.93-2.96.