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Bornite and Phosphosiderite Physical Properties


Phosphosiderite and Bornite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
5.06-5.08   
2.74-2.76   

Fracture
Uneven, Subconchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle   
UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Uneven   

Cleavage
Poor on [111].   
{010} Perfect, {001} Distinct   

Mohs Hardness
3-3.25   
3.5-4   

Chemical Composition
Cu5FeS4   
Fe3+ PO 4 · 2H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)   

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Bornite and Phosphosiderite Chemical Formula

While comparing Bornite and Phosphosiderite 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 Phosphosiderite chemical formula.

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Bornite and Phosphosiderite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Bornite and Phosphosiderite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Bornite and Phosphosiderite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Bornite is 2.74-2.76 whereas that of Phosphosiderite is 2.74-2.76.

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