Boleite and Aragonite Physical Properties
Specific Gravity
5.05
2.93-2.96
Fracture
Uneven
Subconchoidal, Conchoidal
Cleavage
[001] perfect
Distinct on {010}, imperfect {110} and {011}
Mohs Hardness
3-3.5
3.5-4
Chemical Composition
Pb 26Ag 10Cu 24Cl 62(OH) 48 · 3H 2OWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
CaCO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Boleite and Aragonite Chemical Formula
While comparing Boleite and Aragonite 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 Aragonite 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 Aragonite- CaCO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Boleite and Aragonite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Boleite and Aragonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Boleite and Aragonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Boleite is 2.93-2.96 whereas that of Aragonite is 2.93-2.96.