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Bornite and Caledonite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
5.06-5.085.6-5.76
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Subconchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle
Uneven, UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
1.6 Cleavage
Poor on [111].
[001] perfect; [100] distinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3-3.252.5-3
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Cu5FeS4
Pb 5Cu 2(SO 4) 3(CO 3)(OH) 6Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Bornite and Caledonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Bornite and Caledonite 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 Caledonite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Bornite- Cu5FeS4
  • Chemical formula of Caledonite- Pb 5Cu 2(SO 4) 3(CO 3)(OH) 6Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Bornite and Caledonite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Bornite and Caledonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Bornite and Caledonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Bornite is 5.6-5.76 whereas that of Caledonite is 5.6-5.76.