Shungite and Boleite Physical Properties

Shungite and Boleite Chemical Formula

While comparing Shungite 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 Shungite and Boleite chemical formula.

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• Chemical formula of Boleite- Pb 26Ag 10Cu 24Cl 62(OH) 48 · 3H 2OWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Shungite and Boleite Specific Gravity

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