Boleite and Rossmanite Physical Properties

Boleite and Rossmanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Boleite and Rossmanite 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 Rossmanite 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 Rossmanite- ◻(LiAl 2)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Boleite and Rossmanite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Boleite and Rossmanite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Boleite and Rossmanite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Boleite is 3 whereas that of Rossmanite is 3.