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Boleite and Gahnospinel Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
5.05
3.65-4.55
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
[001] perfect
None, but may exhibit slight parting
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3-3.5
7.5-8
1.8 Chemical Composition
Pb 26Ag 10Cu 24Cl 62(OH) 48 · 3H 2OWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
(Mg,Zn)Al 2O 4Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Boleite and Gahnospinel Chemical Formula

While comparing Boleite and Gahnospinel 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 Gahnospinel 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 Gahnospinel- (Mg,Zn)Al 2O 4Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Boleite and Gahnospinel Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Boleite and Gahnospinel Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Boleite and Gahnospinel Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Boleite is 3.65-4.55 whereas that of Gahnospinel is 3.65-4.55.