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Amber and Galena Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Soluble
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
1.05-1.10
6.23
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
Subconchoidal, Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
None
Cubic perfect on [001], parting on [111]
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2-2.5
2.5-2.75
1.8 Chemical Composition
[C,H,O]
PbS

Amber and Galena Chemical Formula

While comparing Amber 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 Amber and Galena chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Amber- [C,H,O]
  • Chemical formula of Galena- PbS

Amber and Galena Specific Gravity

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