Bornite and Hauyne Physical Properties

Bornite

Hauyne

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Brittle

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

Gelatinises in acids

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

5.06-5.082.4-2.5

1 7.18

0.1 Fracture

Uneven, Subconchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle

Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle

1.2 Cleavage

Poor on [111].

Distinct on {110}

1.4 Mohs Hardness

3-3.255-6

2 10

1.15 Chemical Composition

Cu5FeS4

(Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2

Bornite and Hauyne Chemical Formula

While comparing Bornite and Hauyne 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 Hauyne chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Bornite- Cu5FeS4
Chemical formula of Hauyne- (Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2

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Bornite and Hauyne Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Bornite and Hauyne Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Bornite and Hauyne Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Bornite is 2.4-2.5 whereas that of Hauyne is 2.4-2.5.