Anglesite and Riebeckite Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Brittle
Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
6.30-6.39
3.28-3.44
Fracture
Conchoidal, Brittle, Conchoidal, Brittle, Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal
Uneven, Splintery, Brittle
Cleavage
[001] good, [210] distinct
Perfect on {110}, intersecting at 56° and 124°; partings on {100} and {010}
Mohs Hardness
3-3.5
5.0-6.0
Chemical Composition
PbSO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references
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Anglesite and Riebeckite Chemical Formula
While comparing Anglesite and Riebeckite 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 Riebeckite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Anglesite- PbSO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references
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Anglesite and Riebeckite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Anglesite and Riebeckite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Anglesite and Riebeckite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Anglesite is 3.28-3.44 whereas that of Riebeckite is 3.28-3.44.