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Bornite and Kunzite Physical Properties

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Physical Properties

Tenacity

Brittle
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Solubility

-
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Durability

-
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Specific Gravity

5.06-5.083.15-3.21
1 7.18
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Fracture

Uneven, Subconchoidal, Conchoidal
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Cleavage

Poor on [111].
1,2 prismatic

Mohs Hardness

3-3.256-7
2 10
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Chemical Composition

Cu5FeS4
LiAlSi2O6

Bornite and Kunzite Chemical Formula

While comparing Bornite and Kunzite 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 Kunzite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Bornite- Cu5FeS4
  • Chemical formula of Kunzite- LiAlSi2O6

Bornite and Kunzite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Bornite and Kunzite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Bornite and Kunzite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Bornite is 3.15-3.21 whereas that of Kunzite is 3.15-3.21.