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Bornite and Pyromorphite Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

Brittle
Brittle

Solubility

-
-

Durability

-
-

Specific Gravity

5.06-5.086.5-7.1
1 7.18
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Fracture

Uneven, Subconchoidal, Conchoidal
Uneven, Conchoidal

Cleavage

Poor on [111].
Imperfect- [10 1 1]

Mohs Hardness

3-3.253.5-4
2 10
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Chemical Composition

Cu5FeS4
Pb 5(PO 4) 3ClArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Bornite and Pyromorphite Chemical Formula

While comparing Bornite and Pyromorphite 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 Pyromorphite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Bornite- Cu5FeS4
  • Chemical formula of Pyromorphite- Pb 5(PO 4) 3ClArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Bornite and Pyromorphite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Bornite and Pyromorphite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Bornite and Pyromorphite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Bornite is 6.5-7.1 whereas that of Pyromorphite is 6.5-7.1.