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Boleite and Sapphire Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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insoluble
1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
5.053.95-4.03
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
1.6 Cleavage
[001] perfect
None, but may exhibit parting
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3-3.59
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Pb 26Ag 10Cu 24Cl 62(OH) 48 · 3H 2OWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
Al 2 O 3

Boleite and Sapphire Chemical Formula

While comparing Boleite and Sapphire 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 Sapphire 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 Sapphire- Al 2 O 3

Boleite and Sapphire Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Boleite and Sapphire Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Boleite and Sapphire Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Boleite is 3.95-4.03 whereas that of Sapphire is 3.95-4.03.