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Bornite and Star Ruby Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
5.06-5.083.95-4.10
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Subconchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle
Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
1.6 Cleavage
Poor on [111].
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
3-3.25Not Available
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Cu5FeS4
Al 2O 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Bornite and Star Ruby Chemical Formula

While comparing Bornite and Star Ruby 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 Star Ruby chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Bornite- Cu5FeS4
  • Chemical formula of Star Ruby- Al 2O 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Bornite and Star Ruby Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Bornite and Star Ruby Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Bornite and Star Ruby Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Bornite is 3.95-4.10 whereas that of Star Ruby is 3.95-4.10.