Bornite and Williamsite Physical Properties

Bornite and Williamsite Chemical Formula

While comparing Bornite and Williamsite 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 Williamsite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Bornite- Cu5FeS4
• Chemical formula of Williamsite- (Mg,Fe2+ ) 3Si 2O 5(OH) 4Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Bornite and Williamsite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Bornite and Williamsite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Bornite and Williamsite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Bornite is 2.51-2.63 whereas that of Williamsite is 2.51-2.63.