Marble and Boracite Physical Properties

Marble and Boracite Chemical Formula

While comparing Marble 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 Marble and Boracite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Marble- CaCO3
• Chemical formula of Boracite- Mg 3B 7O 13ClMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Marble and Boracite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Marble and Boracite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Marble and Boracite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Marble is 2.95-2.96 whereas that of Boracite is 2.95-2.96.