Boleite and Amethyst Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
Not Available
Solubility
Not Available
insoluble in common solvents
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
5.05
2.65
Fracture
Uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
Cleavage
[001] perfect
Indiscernible
Chemical Composition
Pb 26Ag 10Cu 24Cl 62(OH) 48 · 3H 2OWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
SiO2
Boleite and Amethyst Chemical Formula
While comparing Boleite and Amethyst 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 Amethyst 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 Amethyst- SiO2
Boleite and Amethyst Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Boleite and Amethyst Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Boleite and Amethyst Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Boleite is 2.65 whereas that of Amethyst is 2.65.