Anglesite and Oligoclase Physical Properties
Specific Gravity
6.30-6.39
2.62-2.67
Fracture
Conchoidal
Uneven
Cleavage
[001] good, [210] distinct
From the Greek, oligos and kasein, little cleavage.
Mohs Hardness
3-3.5
6-6.5
Chemical Composition
PbSO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references
Na(90-70%)Ca(10-30%)(Al,Si)AlSi 2O 8Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Anglesite and Oligoclase Chemical Formula
While comparing Anglesite and Oligoclase 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 Oligoclase chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Anglesite- PbSO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references
- Chemical formula of Oligoclase- Na(90-70%)Ca(10-30%)(Al,Si)AlSi 2O 8Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Anglesite and Oligoclase Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Anglesite and Oligoclase Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Anglesite and Oligoclase Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Anglesite is 2.62-2.67 whereas that of Oligoclase is 2.62-2.67.