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Microlite and Boleite Physical Properties


Boleite and Microlite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Not Available   

Specific Gravity
5.5   
5.05   

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

Cleavage
{111} Indistinct, {111} Indistinct, {111} Indistinct   
[001] perfect   

Mohs Hardness
5-5.5   
3-3.5   

Chemical Composition
(Ca,Na) 2Ta 2O 6(O,OH,F)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references   
Pb 26Ag 10Cu 24Cl 62(OH) 48 · 3H 2OWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references   

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Microlite and Boleite Chemical Formula

While comparing Microlite 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 Microlite and Boleite chemical formula.

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Microlite and Boleite Specific Gravity

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

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