Triplite and Bornite Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
3.85-3.94
5.06-5.08
Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Uneven
Uneven, Subconchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle
Cleavage
{010} Good, {100} Distinct
Poor on [111].
Mohs Hardness
5-5.5
3-3.25
Chemical Composition
(Mn2+ ,Fe2+ ,Mg,Ca) 2(PO 4)(F,OH)Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Cu5FeS4
Triplite and Bornite Chemical Formula
While comparing Triplite 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 Triplite and Bornite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Triplite- (Mn2+ ,Fe2+ ,Mg,Ca) 2(PO 4)(F,OH)Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
- Chemical formula of Bornite- Cu5FeS4
Triplite and Bornite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Triplite and Bornite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Triplite and Bornite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Triplite is 5.06-5.08 whereas that of Bornite is 5.06-5.08.