Anglesite and Analcime Physical Properties
Specific Gravity
6.30-6.39
2.24-2.29
Fracture
Conchoidal
Uneven, Subconchoidal, Conchoidal
Cleavage
[001] good, [210] distinct
Very poor [100]
Mohs Hardness
3-3.5
5-5.5
Chemical Composition
PbSO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references
NaAlSi 2O 6 · H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references
Anglesite and Analcime Chemical Formula
While comparing Anglesite and Analcime 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 Analcime chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Anglesite- PbSO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references
- Chemical formula of Analcime- NaAlSi 2O 6 · H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references
Anglesite and Analcime Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Anglesite and Analcime Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Anglesite and Analcime Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Anglesite is 2.24-2.29 whereas that of Analcime is 2.24-2.29.