Boleite and Rutile Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
Not Available
Solubility
Not Available
Insoluble in acids
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
5.05
4.20-4.30
Fracture
Uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Cleavage
[001] perfect
{110} good, 100 moderate, parting on {092} and {011}
Mohs Hardness
3-3.5
6-6.5
Chemical Composition
Pb 26Ag 10Cu 24Cl 62(OH) 48 · 3H 2OWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
TiO 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Boleite and Rutile Chemical Formula
While comparing Boleite and Rutile 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 Rutile 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 Rutile- TiO 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Boleite and Rutile Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Boleite and Rutile Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Boleite and Rutile Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Boleite is 4.20-4.30 whereas that of Rutile is 4.20-4.30.