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Spinel and Boleite Physical Properties


Boleite and Spinel Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.64-3.66  
5.05  

Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven  
Uneven  

Cleavage
None, but may exhibit slight parting  
[001] perfect  

Mohs Hardness
8  
3-3.5  

Chemical Composition
MgAl2O4  
Pb 26Ag 10Cu 24Cl 62(OH) 48 · 3H 2OWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references  

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Spinel and Boleite Chemical Formula

While comparing Spinel 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 Spinel and Boleite chemical formula.

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Spinel and Boleite Specific Gravity

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

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