Adamite and Boracite Physical Properties
Solubility
Not Available
Soluble
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
4.32-4.48
2.95-2.96
Fracture
Uneven, Subconchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Uneven, Subconchoidal, Brittle, Metallic, Brittle, Metallic
Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal
Cleavage
{101}, good; {010}, poor
None
Chemical Composition
Zn 2(AsO 4)(OH)Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006)
Mg 3B 7O 13ClMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Adamite and Boracite Chemical Formula
While comparing Adamite and Boracite 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 Adamite and Boracite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Adamite- Zn 2(AsO 4)(OH)Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006)
- Chemical formula of Boracite- Mg 3B 7O 13ClMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Adamite and Boracite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Adamite and Boracite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Adamite and Boracite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Adamite is 2.95-2.96 whereas that of Boracite is 2.95-2.96.