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Topaz and Bornite Physical Properties

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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
3.49-3.575.06-5.08
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Subconchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
Uneven, Subconchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
[001] Perfect
Poor on [111].
1.7 Mohs Hardness
83-3.25
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Al2SiO4(F,OH)2
Cu5FeS4

Topaz and Bornite Chemical Formula

While comparing Topaz 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 Topaz and Bornite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Topaz- Al2SiO4(F,OH)2
  • Chemical formula of Bornite- Cu5FeS4

Topaz and Bornite Specific Gravity

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