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Bornite and Boracite Physical Properties


Boracite and Bornite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle  
Brittle  

Solubility
-  
Soluble  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
5.06-5.08  
2.95-2.96  

Fracture
Uneven, Subconchoidal, Conchoidal  
Conchoidal  

Cleavage
Poor on [111].  
None  

Mohs Hardness
3-3.25  
7-7.5  

Chemical Composition
Cu5FeS4  
Mg 3B 7O 13ClMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references  

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Bornite and Boracite Chemical Formula

While comparing Bornite and Boracite 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 Boracite chemical formula.

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Bornite and Boracite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Bornite and Boracite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Bornite and Boracite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Bornite is 2.95-2.96 whereas that of Boracite is 2.95-2.96.

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