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Verdelite and Boleite Physical Properties


Boleite and Verdelite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Not Available   

Solubility
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Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.90-3.40   
5.05   

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

Cleavage
Not Available   
[001] perfect   

Mohs Hardness
7-7.5   
3-3.5   

Chemical Composition
Na(Li 1.5Al 1.5)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012) Formula given for elbaite.   
Pb 26Ag 10Cu 24Cl 62(OH) 48 · 3H 2OWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references   

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Verdelite and Boleite Chemical Formula

While comparing Verdelite 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 Verdelite and Boleite chemical formula.

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Verdelite and Boleite Specific Gravity

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

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