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Hurlbutite and Boleite Physical Properties


Boleite and Hurlbutite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
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Solubility
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Not Available   

Durability
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Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.90   
5.05   

Fracture
ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal   
Uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   

Cleavage
None   
[001] perfect   

Mohs Hardness
6   
3-3.5   

Chemical Composition
CaBe 2(PO 4) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   
Pb 26Ag 10Cu 24Cl 62(OH) 48 · 3H 2OWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references   

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Hurlbutite and Boleite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hurlbutite 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 Hurlbutite and Boleite chemical formula.

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Hurlbutite and Boleite Specific Gravity

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

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