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Phosgenite

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Phosgenite and Bornite Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

Sectile
Brittle

Solubility

Soluble
-

Durability

-
-

Specific Gravity

6.135.06-5.08
1 7.18
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Fracture

Conchoidal
Uneven, Subconchoidal, Conchoidal

Cleavage

Distinct on {001} and {110}, indistinct on {100}
Poor on [111].

Mohs Hardness

2-33-3.25
2 10
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Chemical Composition

Pb 2(CO 3)Cl 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Cu5FeS4

Phosgenite and Bornite Chemical Formula

While comparing Phosgenite 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 Phosgenite and Bornite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Phosgenite- Pb 2(CO 3)Cl 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Bornite- Cu5FeS4

Phosgenite and Bornite Specific Gravity

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