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Zinnwaldite
Zinnwaldite

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Zinnwaldite and Bornite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Elastic
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.9-3.15.06-5.08
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven
Uneven, Subconchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect basal {001}
Poor on [111].
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5-4.03-3.25
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Not Available
Cu5FeS4

Zinnwaldite and Bornite Chemical Formula

While comparing Zinnwaldite 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 Zinnwaldite and Bornite chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Bornite- Cu5FeS4

Zinnwaldite and Bornite Specific Gravity

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