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Anglesite and Richterite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
6.30-6.393.0-3.5
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Brittle, Conchoidal, Brittle, Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal
Uneven, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
[001] good, [210] distinct
Perfect
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3-3.55-6
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
PbSO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references
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Anglesite and Richterite Chemical Formula

While comparing Anglesite and Richterite 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 Richterite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Anglesite- PbSO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references
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Anglesite and Richterite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Anglesite and Richterite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Anglesite and Richterite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Anglesite is 3.0-3.5 whereas that of Richterite is 3.0-3.5.