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Bornite and Morganite Physical Properties

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Physical Properties

Tenacity

Brittle
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Solubility

-
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Durability

-
-

Specific Gravity

5.06-5.082.71-2.90
1 7.18
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Fracture

Uneven, Subconchoidal, Conchoidal
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Cleavage

Poor on [111].
3,1 basal

Mohs Hardness

3-3.257.5-8
2 10
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Chemical Composition

Cu5FeS4
Be3Al2SiO6

Bornite and Morganite Chemical Formula

While comparing Bornite and Morganite 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 Morganite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Bornite- Cu5FeS4
  • Chemical formula of Morganite- Be3Al2SiO6

Bornite and Morganite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Bornite and Morganite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Bornite and Morganite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Bornite is 2.71-2.90 whereas that of Morganite is 2.71-2.90.