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Anglesite and Albite Physical Properties


Albite and Anglesite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
Brittle  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
6.30-6.39  
2.60-2.65  

Fracture
Conchoidal  
Uneven, Conchoidal  

Cleavage
[001] good, [210] distinct  
Perfect on {001}, very good on {010}, imperfect on {110}  

Mohs Hardness
3-3.5  
6-6.5  

Chemical Composition
PbSO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references  
NaAlSi 3O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)  

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Anglesite and Albite Chemical Formula

While comparing Anglesite and Albite 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 Anglesite and Albite chemical formula.

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Anglesite and Albite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Anglesite and Albite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Anglesite and Albite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Anglesite is 2.60-2.65 whereas that of Albite is 2.60-2.65.

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