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Bornite and Gahnospinel Physical Properties


Gahnospinel and Bornite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
5.06-5.08   
3.65-4.55   

Fracture
Uneven, Subconchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle   
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   

Cleavage
Poor on [111].   
None, but may exhibit slight parting   

Mohs Hardness
3-3.25   
7.5-8   

Chemical Composition
Cu5FeS4   
(Mg,Zn)Al 2O 4Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)   

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Bornite and Gahnospinel Chemical Formula

While comparing Bornite and Gahnospinel 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 Gahnospinel chemical formula.

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Bornite and Gahnospinel Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Bornite and Gahnospinel Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Bornite and Gahnospinel Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Bornite is 3.65-4.55 whereas that of Gahnospinel is 3.65-4.55.

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