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Microlite and Bornite Physical Properties


Bornite and Microlite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Brittle   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
5.5   
5.06-5.08   

Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle   
Uneven, Subconchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle   

Cleavage
{111} Indistinct, {111} Indistinct, {111} Indistinct   
Poor on [111].   

Mohs Hardness
5-5.5   
3-3.25   

Chemical Composition
(Ca,Na) 2Ta 2O 6(O,OH,F)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references   
Cu5FeS4   

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Microlite and Bornite Chemical Formula

While comparing Microlite 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 Microlite and Bornite chemical formula.

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Microlite and Bornite Specific Gravity

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

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