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Bornite and Faustite Physical Properties

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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
5.06-5.082.9
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Subconchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle
Conchoidal, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Conchoidal, Brittle, Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
Poor on [111].
{???} Indistinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3-3.254.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Cu5FeS4
(Zn,Cu)Al 6(PO 4) 4(OH) 8 · 4H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Bornite and Faustite Chemical Formula

While comparing Bornite and Faustite 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 Faustite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Bornite- Cu5FeS4
  • Chemical formula of Faustite- (Zn,Cu)Al 6(PO 4) 4(OH) 8 · 4H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Bornite and Faustite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Bornite and Faustite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Bornite and Faustite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Bornite is 2.9 whereas that of Faustite is 2.9.