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Bournonite
Introduction
Physical Properties
Chemical Properties
Occurences
Notable Locality
Major Uses
Diagnostic Features

Introduction

Bournonite consists of lead, copper, antimony, and sulfur; antimony may be replaced by arsen. Due to on the cleavage of {110}, bournonite has regular twin crystal aggregates and the name is given according to the similar shape with a wheel. It has high specific weight and grayish to black color and cleavage with the crystal structure of wheel shape. Bournonite occurs in mild hydrothermal veins, used for refining metals of copper, antimony, and lead.

        

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