Rhodochrosite and Bornite Physical Properties

Rhodochrosite

Bornite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Brittle

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.0-3.3

5.06-5.08

1.5 Fracture

Uneven, Conchoidal, Conchoidal to uneven, Brittle

Uneven, Subconchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle

1.6 Cleavage

On {10 1 1} perfect; parting on {10 1 2}

Poor on [111].

1.7 Mohs Hardness

3.5-4

3-3.25

1.8 Chemical Composition

MnCO₃

Cu5FeS4

Rhodochrosite and Bornite Chemical Formula

While comparing Rhodochrosite 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 Rhodochrosite and Bornite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Rhodochrosite- MnCO₃
Chemical formula of Bornite- Cu5FeS4

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Rhodochrosite and Bornite Specific Gravity

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