Boracite and Spodumene Physical Properties

Boracite and Spodumene Chemical Formula

While comparing Boracite and Spodumene 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 Spodumene chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Boracite- Mg 3B 7O 13ClMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
• Chemical formula of Spodumene- LiAlSi₂O₆

Boracite and Spodumene Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Boracite and Spodumene Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Boracite and Spodumene Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Boracite is 3.15-3.21 whereas that of Spodumene is 3.15-3.21.