Home
×

Achroite
Achroite

Galena
Galena



ADD
Compare
X
Achroite
X
Galena

Achroite and Galena Physical Properties

Add ⊕
1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.90-3.40
6.23
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
Subconchoidal, Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
Not Available
Cubic perfect on [001], parting on [111]
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7-7.5
2.5-2.75
1.8 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.
PbS

Achroite and Galena Chemical Formula

While comparing Achroite and Galena 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 Achroite and Galena chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Achroite- 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.
  • Chemical formula of Galena- PbS

Achroite and Galena Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Achroite and Galena Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Achroite and Galena Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Achroite is 6.23 whereas that of Galena is 6.23.

Let Others Know
×