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Boleite and Alexandrite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
5.053.69-3.81
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
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1.6 Cleavage
[001] perfect
1,1 ; 3,2.
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3-3.58.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Pb 26Ag 10Cu 24Cl 62(OH) 48 · 3H 2OWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
BeAl 2 O 4

Boleite and Alexandrite Chemical Formula

While comparing Boleite and Alexandrite 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 Boleite and Alexandrite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Boleite- Pb 26Ag 10Cu 24Cl 62(OH) 48 · 3H 2OWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Alexandrite- BeAl 2 O 4

Boleite and Alexandrite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Boleite and Alexandrite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Boleite and Alexandrite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Boleite is 3.69-3.81 whereas that of Alexandrite is 3.69-3.81.