Rose Quartz and Boleite Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
Not Available
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
2.65
5.05
Fracture
ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001), ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
Uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Cleavage
Indiscernible
[001] perfect
Chemical Composition
SiO2
Pb 26Ag 10Cu 24Cl 62(OH) 48 · 3H 2OWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
Rose Quartz and Boleite Chemical Formula
While comparing Rose Quartz 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 Rose Quartz and Boleite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Rose Quartz- SiO2
- Chemical formula of Boleite- Pb 26Ag 10Cu 24Cl 62(OH) 48 · 3H 2OWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
Rose Quartz and Boleite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Rose Quartz and Boleite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Rose Quartz and Boleite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Rose Quartz is 5.05 whereas that of Boleite is 5.05.