Vishnevite and Boleite Physical Properties

Vishnevite

Boleite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

Not Available5.05

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Brittle, Uneven

Uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

1.6 Cleavage

Perfect

[001] perfect

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5-63-3.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Not Available

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

Vishnevite and Boleite Chemical Formula

While comparing Vishnevite 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 Vishnevite and Boleite chemical formula.

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

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Vishnevite and Boleite Specific Gravity

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