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Bornite and Torbanite Physical Properties

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Physical Properties

Tenacity

Brittle
-

Solubility

-
-

Durability

-
-

Specific Gravity

5.06-5.08-9999
1 7.18
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Fracture

Uneven, Subconchoidal, Conchoidal
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Cleavage

Poor on [111].
None

Mohs Hardness

3-3.25-9999
2 10
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Chemical Composition

Cu5FeS4
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Bornite and Torbanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Bornite and Torbanite 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 Torbanite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Bornite- Cu5FeS4
  • Chemical formula of Torbanite- -

Bornite and Torbanite Specific Gravity

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