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Bornite and Dumortierite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
5.06-5.083.26-3.41
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Subconchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle
Fibrous, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
1.6 Cleavage
Poor on [111].
Distinct on {100}, poor on {110}; parting on {001}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3-3.257-8.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Cu5FeS4
AlAl6O3BSi3O18

Bornite and Dumortierite Chemical Formula

While comparing Bornite and Dumortierite 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 Dumortierite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Bornite- Cu5FeS4
  • Chemical formula of Dumortierite- AlAl6O3BSi3O18

Bornite and Dumortierite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Bornite and Dumortierite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Bornite and Dumortierite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Bornite is 3.26-3.41 whereas that of Dumortierite is 3.26-3.41.