Anglesite and Anatase Physical Properties
Specific Gravity
6.30-6.39
3.82-3.97
Fracture
Conchoidal
Subconchoidal, Conchoidal
Cleavage
[001] good, [210] distinct
Perfect on [001] and [011]
Mohs Hardness
3-3.5
5.5-6
Chemical Composition
PbSO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references
TiO 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references
Anglesite and Anatase Chemical Formula
While comparing Anglesite and Anatase 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 Anatase chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Anglesite- PbSO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references
- Chemical formula of Anatase- TiO 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references
Anglesite and Anatase Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Anglesite and Anatase Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Anglesite and Anatase Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Anglesite is 3.82-3.97 whereas that of Anatase is 3.82-3.97.