Boleite and Chlorite group Physical Properties

Boleite and Chlorite group Chemical Formula

While comparing Boleite and Chlorite group 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 Chlorite group 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 Chlorite group- (Mg,Fe)3(Si,Al)4O10(OH)2·(Mg,Fe)3(OH)6

Boleite and Chlorite group Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Boleite and Chlorite group Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Boleite and Chlorite group Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Boleite is 2.6-3.3 whereas that of Chlorite group is 2.6-3.3.