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Bornite and Chabazite Physical Properties

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Physical Properties

Tenacity

Brittle
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Solubility

-
-

Durability

-
-

Specific Gravity

5.06-5.082.08-2.16
1 7.18
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Fracture

Uneven, Subconchoidal, Conchoidal
Irregular/uneven

Cleavage

Poor on [111].
distinct/good on {1011}

Mohs Hardness

3-3.254.5
2 10
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Chemical Composition

Cu5FeS4
CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Bornite and Chabazite Chemical Formula

While comparing Bornite and Chabazite 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 Chabazite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Bornite- Cu5FeS4
  • Chemical formula of Chabazite- CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Bornite and Chabazite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Bornite and Chabazite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Bornite and Chabazite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Bornite is 2.08-2.16 whereas that of Chabazite is 2.08-2.16.