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Soapstone and Boleite Physical Properties


Boleite and Soapstone Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
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5.05   

Fracture
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Uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   

Cleavage
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[001] perfect   

Mohs Hardness
2.5   
3-3.5   

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

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Soapstone and Boleite Chemical Formula

While comparing Soapstone 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 Soapstone and Boleite chemical formula.

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Soapstone and Boleite Specific Gravity

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

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