Boleite and Bastnasite Physical Properties
Specific Gravity
5.05
4.95-5.0
Cleavage
[001] perfect
Imperfect to indistinct on {10 1 0}, parting on {0001}
Chemical Composition
Pb 26Ag 10Cu 24Cl 62(OH) 48 · 3H 2OWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
(Ce,La)(CO 3)FMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Boleite and Bastnasite Chemical Formula
While comparing Boleite and Bastnasite 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 Bastnasite 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 Bastnasite- (Ce,La)(CO 3)FMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Boleite and Bastnasite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Boleite and Bastnasite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Boleite and Bastnasite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Boleite is 4.95-5.0 whereas that of Bastnasite is 4.95-5.0.