Boleite and Wavellite Physical Properties
Specific Gravity
5.05
2.36
Fracture
Uneven
Uneven, Subconchoidal, Fibrous
Cleavage
[001] perfect
[110] perfect, [101] good, [010] distinct
Mohs Hardness
3-3.5
3.5-4
Chemical Composition
Pb 26Ag 10Cu 24Cl 62(OH) 48 · 3H 2OWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
Al 3(PO 4) 2(OH,F) 3 · 5H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Boleite and Wavellite Chemical Formula
While comparing Boleite and Wavellite 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 Wavellite 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 Wavellite- Al 3(PO 4) 2(OH,F) 3 · 5H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Boleite and Wavellite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Boleite and Wavellite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Boleite and Wavellite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Boleite is 2.36 whereas that of Wavellite is 2.36.