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Anglesite and Hessonite Physical Properties


Hessonite and Anglesite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
6.30-6.39  
3.55-3.73  

Fracture
Conchoidal  
Uneven  

Cleavage
[001] good, [210] distinct  
None  

Mohs Hardness
3-3.5  
7-7.5  

Chemical Composition
PbSO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references  
Ca3Al2(SiO4)3  

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Anglesite and Hessonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Anglesite and Hessonite 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 Hessonite chemical formula.

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Anglesite and Hessonite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Anglesite and Hessonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Anglesite and Hessonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Anglesite is 3.55-3.73 whereas that of Hessonite is 3.55-3.73.

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