Boracite and Feldspar Physical Properties

Boracite and Feldspar Chemical Formula

While comparing Boracite and Feldspar 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 Boracite and Feldspar chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Boracite- Mg 3B 7O 13ClMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
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Boracite and Feldspar Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Boracite and Feldspar Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Boracite and Feldspar Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Boracite is 2.56-2.75 whereas that of Feldspar is 2.56-2.75.