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Bornite and Chrome Pyrope Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
Not Available
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1.4 Specific Gravity
5.06-5.083.62-3.80
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Subconchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
Poor on [111].
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
3-3.257-7.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Cu5FeS4
Mg 3(Al,Cr) 2(SiO 4) 3Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Bornite and Chrome Pyrope Chemical Formula

While comparing Bornite and Chrome Pyrope 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 Chrome Pyrope chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Bornite- Cu5FeS4
  • Chemical formula of Chrome Pyrope- Mg 3(Al,Cr) 2(SiO 4) 3Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Bornite and Chrome Pyrope Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Bornite and Chrome Pyrope Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Bornite and Chrome Pyrope Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Bornite is 3.62-3.80 whereas that of Chrome Pyrope is 3.62-3.80.