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Kainite and Bornite Physical Properties


Bornite and Kainite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
Brittle   

Solubility
Soluble   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.15   
5.06-5.08   

Fracture
Splintery, Conchoidal, Brittle   
Uneven, Subconchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle   

Cleavage
{001}, perfect   
Poor on [111].   

Mohs Hardness
2.5-3   
3-3.25   

Chemical Composition
Not Available   
Cu5FeS4   

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Kainite and Bornite Chemical Formula

While comparing Kainite 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 Kainite and Bornite chemical formula.

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Kainite and Bornite Specific Gravity

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

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