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Hackmanite and Bornite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.27-2.335.06-5.08
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Uneven, Subconchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
Not Available
Poor on [111].
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.5-63-3.25
Amber
2 10
2.5 Chemical Composition
Na 8Al 6Si 6O 24Cl 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Cu5FeS4

Hackmanite and Bornite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hackmanite 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 Hackmanite and Bornite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Hackmanite- Na 8Al 6Si 6O 24Cl 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Bornite- Cu5FeS4

Hackmanite and Bornite Specific Gravity

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