Crocoite and Boracite Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
Solubility
Not Available
Soluble
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
5.90-6.10
2.95-2.96
Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), (e.g. graphite).
Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal
Cleavage
{110} Distinct, {001} Indistinct, {100} Indistinct
None
Mohs Hardness
2.5-3
7-7.5
Chemical Composition
PbCrO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Mg 3B 7O 13ClMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Crocoite and Boracite Chemical Formula
While comparing Crocoite and Boracite 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 Boracite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Crocoite- PbCrO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
- Chemical formula of Boracite- Mg 3B 7O 13ClMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Crocoite and Boracite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Crocoite and Boracite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Crocoite and Boracite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Crocoite is 2.95-2.96 whereas that of Boracite is 2.95-2.96.