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Bornite and Marialite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
5.06-5.082.50
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Subconchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
Poor on [111].
Distinct on {100} and {110}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3-3.255.5-6
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Cu5FeS4
3NaAlSi 3O 8 · NaClAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Bornite and Marialite Chemical Formula

While comparing Bornite and Marialite 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 Marialite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Bornite- Cu5FeS4
  • Chemical formula of Marialite- 3NaAlSi 3O 8 · NaClAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Bornite and Marialite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Bornite and Marialite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Bornite and Marialite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Bornite is 2.50 whereas that of Marialite is 2.50.