Bornite and Chiastolite Physical Properties

Bornite

Chiastolite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Brittle

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1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

5.06-5.083.00-3.15

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven, Subconchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle

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1.6 Cleavage

Poor on [111].

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1.7 Mohs Hardness

3-3.255-5.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Cu5FeS4

Al 2SiO 5Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006)

Bornite and Chiastolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Bornite and Chiastolite 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 Chiastolite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Bornite- Cu5FeS4
Chemical formula of Chiastolite- Al 2SiO 5Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006)

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Bornite and Chiastolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Bornite and Chiastolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Bornite and Chiastolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Bornite is 3.00-3.15 whereas that of Chiastolite is 3.00-3.15.