Bornite and Sanidine Physical Properties

Bornite and Sanidine Chemical Formula

While comparing Bornite and Sanidine 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 Sanidine chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Bornite- Cu5FeS4
• Chemical formula of Sanidine- KAlSi 3O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Bornite and Sanidine Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Bornite and Sanidine Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Bornite and Sanidine Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Bornite is 2.54-2.61 whereas that of Sanidine is 2.54-2.61.