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Titanite and Bornite Physical Properties


Bornite and Titanite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Brittle   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.48-3.60   
5.06-5.08   

Fracture
Sub-Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle   
Uneven, Subconchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle   

Cleavage
Distinct on [110], parting on {221}   
Poor on [111].   

Mohs Hardness
5-5.5   
3-3.25   

Chemical Composition
Not Available   
Cu5FeS4   

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Titanite and Bornite Chemical Formula

While comparing Titanite 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 Titanite and Bornite chemical formula.

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Titanite and Bornite Specific Gravity

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

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