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Bornite and Dallasite Physical Properties


Dallasite and Bornite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
5.06-5.08   
2.58-2.91   

Fracture
Uneven, Subconchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle   
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Cleavage
Poor on [111].   
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Mohs Hardness
3-3.25   
6.5-7   

Chemical Composition
Cu5FeS4   
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Bornite and Dallasite Chemical Formula

While comparing Bornite and Dallasite 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 Dallasite chemical formula.

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Bornite and Dallasite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Bornite and Dallasite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Bornite and Dallasite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Bornite is 2.58-2.91 whereas that of Dallasite is 2.58-2.91.

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