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Anglesite and Tektite Physical Properties


Tektite and Anglesite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
6.30-6.39  
2.34-2.51  

Fracture
Conchoidal  
-  

Cleavage
[001] good, [210] distinct  
None  

Mohs Hardness
3-3.5  
-9999  

Chemical Composition
PbSO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references  
SiO2, Al2O3, FeO, MgO, CaO, K2O, Na2O  

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Anglesite and Tektite Chemical Formula

While comparing Anglesite and Tektite 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 Tektite chemical formula.

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Anglesite and Tektite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Anglesite and Tektite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Anglesite and Tektite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Anglesite is 2.34-2.51 whereas that of Tektite is 2.34-2.51.

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