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Bornite and Wavellite Physical Properties


Wavellite and Bornite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle  
-  

Solubility
-  
insoluble  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
5.06-5.08  
2.36  

Fracture
Uneven, Subconchoidal, Conchoidal  
Uneven, Subconchoidal, Fibrous  

Cleavage
Poor on [111].  
[110] perfect, [101] good, [010] distinct  

Mohs Hardness
3-3.25  
3.5-4  

Chemical Composition
Cu5FeS4  
Al 3(PO 4) 2(OH,F) 3 · 5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references  

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Bornite and Wavellite Chemical Formula

While comparing Bornite and Wavellite 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 Wavellite chemical formula.

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Bornite and Wavellite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Bornite and Wavellite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Bornite and Wavellite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Bornite is 2.36 whereas that of Wavellite is 2.36.

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