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Catapleiite and Galena Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.72
6.23
1.5 Fracture
Brittle, Metallic, Brittle, Metallic
Subconchoidal, Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
{110} Perfect, {010} Perfect
Cubic perfect on [001], parting on [111]
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-6
2.5-2.75
1.8 Chemical Composition
Na 2ZrSi 3O 9 · 2H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
PbS

Catapleiite and Galena Chemical Formula

While comparing Catapleiite and Galena 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 Catapleiite and Galena chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Catapleiite- Na 2ZrSi 3O 9 · 2H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Galena- PbS

Catapleiite and Galena Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Catapleiite and Galena Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Catapleiite and Galena Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Catapleiite is 6.23 whereas that of Galena is 6.23.