Boleite and Chromite Physical Properties

Boleite and Chromite Chemical Formula

While comparing Boleite and Chromite 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 Chromite 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 Chromite- Fe++Cr2O4

Boleite and Chromite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Boleite and Chromite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Boleite and Chromite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Boleite is 4.5-4.8 whereas that of Chromite is 4.5-4.8.