Boleite and Spinel Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
Not Available
Solubility
Not Available
none
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
5.05
3.64-3.66
Fracture
Uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Cleavage
[001] perfect
None, but may exhibit slight parting
Chemical Composition
Pb 26Ag 10Cu 24Cl 62(OH) 48 · 3H 2OWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
MgAl2O4
Boleite and Spinel Chemical Formula
While comparing Boleite and Spinel 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 Spinel 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 Spinel- MgAl2O4
Boleite and Spinel Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Boleite and Spinel Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Boleite and Spinel Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Boleite is 3.64-3.66 whereas that of Spinel is 3.64-3.66.