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Anglesite and Langbeinite Physical Properties


Langbeinite and Anglesite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
Brittle  

Solubility
-  
Slowly dissolves in water  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
6.30-6.39  
-9999  

Fracture
Conchoidal  
Conchoidal  

Cleavage
[001] good, [210] distinct  
None  

Mohs Hardness
3-3.5  
3.5-4  

Chemical Composition
PbSO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references  
K2Mg2(SO4)3  

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Anglesite and Langbeinite Chemical Formula

While comparing Anglesite and Langbeinite 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 Langbeinite chemical formula.

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Anglesite and Langbeinite Specific Gravity

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

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