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Bornite and Langbeinite Physical Properties


Langbeinite and Bornite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle  
Brittle  

Solubility
-  
Slowly dissolves in water  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
5.06-5.08  
-9999  

Fracture
Uneven, Subconchoidal, Conchoidal  
Conchoidal  

Cleavage
Poor on [111].  
None  

Mohs Hardness
3-3.25  
3.5-4  

Chemical Composition
Cu5FeS4  
K2Mg2(SO4)3  

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Bornite and Langbeinite Chemical Formula

While comparing Bornite and Langbeinite 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 Langbeinite chemical formula.

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Bornite and Langbeinite Specific Gravity

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

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