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Halite and Bornite Physical Properties

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Physical Properties

Tenacity

Brittle
Brittle

Solubility

Water-soluble
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Durability

-
-

Specific Gravity

2.175.06-5.08
1 7.18
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Fracture

Conchoidal
Uneven, Subconchoidal, Conchoidal

Cleavage

Perfect {001}, three directions cubic
Poor on [111].

Mohs Hardness

2.0-2.53-3.25
2 10
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Chemical Composition

NaCl
Cu5FeS4

Halite and Bornite Chemical Formula

While comparing Halite 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 Halite and Bornite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Halite- NaCl
  • Chemical formula of Bornite- Cu5FeS4

Halite and Bornite Specific Gravity

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