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Faustite and Bornite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.95.06-5.08
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Conchoidal, Brittle, Conchoidal
Uneven, Subconchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
{???} Indistinct
Poor on [111].
1.7 Mohs Hardness
4.53-3.25
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Zn,Cu)Al 6(PO 4) 4(OH) 8 · 4H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Cu5FeS4

Faustite and Bornite Chemical Formula

While comparing Faustite and Bornite 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 Faustite and Bornite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Faustite- (Zn,Cu)Al 6(PO 4) 4(OH) 8 · 4H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Bornite- Cu5FeS4

Faustite and Bornite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Faustite and Bornite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Faustite and Bornite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Faustite is 5.06-5.08 whereas that of Bornite is 5.06-5.08.