Boleite and Caledonite Physical Properties

Boleite and Caledonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Boleite and Caledonite 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 Caledonite 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 Caledonite- Pb 5Cu 2(SO 4) 3(CO 3)(OH) 6Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Boleite and Caledonite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Boleite and Caledonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Boleite and Caledonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Boleite is 5.6-5.76 whereas that of Caledonite is 5.6-5.76.