Boleite and Shattuckite Physical Properties

Boleite and Shattuckite Chemical Formula

While comparing Boleite and Shattuckite 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 Shattuckite 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 Shattuckite- Cu 5(SiO 3) 4(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Boleite and Shattuckite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Boleite and Shattuckite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Boleite and Shattuckite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Boleite is 3.80-4.15 whereas that of Shattuckite is 3.80-4.15.