Crocoite and Boleite Physical Properties

Crocoite

Boleite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

5.90-6.10

5.05

1.5 Fracture

ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), (e.g. graphite).

Uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

1.6 Cleavage

{110} Distinct, {001} Indistinct, {100} Indistinct

[001] perfect

1.7 Mohs Hardness

2.5-3

3-3.5

1.8 Chemical Composition

PbCrO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Pb 26Ag 10Cu 24Cl 62(OH) 48 · 3H 2OWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Crocoite and Boleite Chemical Formula

While comparing Crocoite and Boleite 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 Crocoite and Boleite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Crocoite- PbCrO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Chemical formula of Boleite- Pb 26Ag 10Cu 24Cl 62(OH) 48 · 3H 2OWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

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Crocoite and Boleite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Crocoite and Boleite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Crocoite and Boleite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Crocoite is 5.05 whereas that of Boleite is 5.05.