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Hauyne and Boleite Physical Properties


Boleite and Hauyne Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
Not Available   

Solubility
Gelatinises in acids   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.4-2.5   
5.05   

Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle   
Uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   

Cleavage
Distinct on {110}   
[001] perfect   

Mohs Hardness
5-6   
3-3.5   

Chemical Composition
(Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2   
Pb 26Ag 10Cu 24Cl 62(OH) 48 · 3H 2OWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references   

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Hauyne and Boleite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hauyne 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 Hauyne and Boleite chemical formula.

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Hauyne and Boleite Specific Gravity

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

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