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Kunzite and Bornite Physical Properties


Bornite and Kunzite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
Brittle  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.15-3.21  
5.06-5.08  

Fracture
-  
Uneven, Subconchoidal, Conchoidal  

Cleavage
1,2 prismatic  
Poor on [111].  

Mohs Hardness
6-7  
3-3.25  

Chemical Composition
LiAlSi2O6  
Cu5FeS4  

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Kunzite and Bornite Chemical Formula

While comparing Kunzite 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 Kunzite and Bornite chemical formula.

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Kunzite and Bornite Specific Gravity

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

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