Esperite and Boleite Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
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Solubility
Not Available
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Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
4.28-4.42
5.05
Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Metallic
Uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Cleavage
Distinct on [010] and [100] poor on [101]
[001] perfect
Mohs Hardness
5-5.5
3-3.5
Chemical Composition
PbCa 3Zn 4(SiO 4) 4Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
Pb 26Ag 10Cu 24Cl 62(OH) 48 · 3H 2OWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
Esperite and Boleite Chemical Formula
While comparing Esperite 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 Esperite and Boleite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Esperite- PbCa 3Zn 4(SiO 4) 4Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
- Chemical formula of Boleite- Pb 26Ag 10Cu 24Cl 62(OH) 48 · 3H 2OWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
Esperite and Boleite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Esperite and Boleite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Esperite and Boleite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Esperite is 5.05 whereas that of Boleite is 5.05.