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Boleite and Rhodolite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
5.05
3.84
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
[001] perfect
none, may show indistinct parting
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3-3.5
7-7.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Pb 26Ag 10Cu 24Cl 62(OH) 48 · 3H 2OWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
(Mg,Fe)3Al2Si3O12

Boleite and Rhodolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Boleite and Rhodolite 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 Rhodolite 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 Rhodolite- (Mg,Fe)3Al2Si3O12

Boleite and Rhodolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Boleite and Rhodolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Boleite and Rhodolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Boleite is 3.84 whereas that of Rhodolite is 3.84.