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Bornite and Xonotlite Physical Properties


Xonotlite and Bornite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
5.06-5.08  
2.71-2.72  

Fracture
Uneven, Subconchoidal, Conchoidal  
Fibrous  

Cleavage
Poor on [111].  
{???} Good  

Mohs Hardness
3-3.25  
6-6.5  

Chemical Composition
Cu5FeS4  
Ca 6Si 6O 17(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)  

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Bornite and Xonotlite Chemical Formula

While comparing Bornite and Xonotlite 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 Xonotlite chemical formula.

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Bornite and Xonotlite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Bornite and Xonotlite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Bornite and Xonotlite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Bornite is 2.71-2.72 whereas that of Xonotlite is 2.71-2.72.

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