Paraiba and Bornite Physical Properties

Paraiba

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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Brittle

1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

3.04-3.135.06-5.08

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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Uneven, Subconchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle

1.6 Cleavage

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Poor on [111].

1.7 Mohs Hardness

7-7.53-3.25

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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Cu5FeS4

Paraiba and Bornite Chemical Formula

While comparing Paraiba 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 Paraiba and Bornite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Bornite- Cu5FeS4

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Paraiba and Bornite Specific Gravity

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