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Boracite and Hercynite Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

Solubility

Durability

Specific Gravity

Fracture

Cleavage

Mohs Hardness

Chemical Composition

 
Brittle
Soluble
-
2.95-2.96
Conchoidal
None
7-7.5
Mg 3B 7O 13ClMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
 
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-
-
4.39
Uneven
{111} Indistinct, {111} Indistinct, {111} Indistinct
7.5-8
Fe2+ Al 2O 4Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Boracite and Hercynite Chemical Formula

While comparing Boracite and Hercynite 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 Hercynite chemical formula.

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Boracite and Hercynite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Boracite and Hercynite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Boracite Vs Hercynite during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Boracite is whereas that of Hercynite is .