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Bornite and Riebeckite Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

Solubility

Durability

Specific Gravity

Fracture

Cleavage

Mohs Hardness

Chemical Composition

 
Brittle
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-
5.06-5.08
Uneven, Subconchoidal, Conchoidal
Poor on [111].
3-3.25
Cu5FeS4
 
Brittle
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-
3.28-3.44
Uneven, Splintery
Perfect on {110}, intersecting at 56° and 124°; partings on {100} and {010}
5.0-6.0
Na2Fe2+3Fe3+2Si8O22(OH)2

Bornite and Riebeckite Chemical Formula

While comparing Bornite and Riebeckite 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 Riebeckite chemical formula.

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Bornite and Riebeckite Specific Gravity

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