Building Blocks of the Earth : Rocks and Minerals
Object ID:
1917.1.634
Collection:
Carr Natural History
Object Name:
Bornite
Dimensions:
H-1.4 W-3.1 L-4.5 cm
Description:
Bornite mineral classification: Sulfide
Gray iron ore with some oxidation occuring, one side exhibiting botryoidal bornite crystals showing iridescent purple, blue and green.
Other Name:
Peacock iron ore
Streak:
gray-black
Chemical Composition:
Copper iron sulfide
Crystal System:
Isometric
Specific Gravity:
5.7
Hardness:
03
Luster:
Metallic
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