Boleite and Magnesite Physical Properties

Boleite and Magnesite Chemical Formula

While comparing Boleite and Magnesite 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 Magnesite 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 Magnesite- MgCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Boleite and Magnesite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Boleite and Magnesite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Boleite and Magnesite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Boleite is 2.92-3.12 whereas that of Magnesite is 2.92-3.12.