Celestine and Anglesite Physical Properties
Specific Gravity
3.90-4.00
6.30-6.39
Fracture
Conchoidal
Conchoidal
Cleavage
Perfect on {001}, good on {210}, poor on {010}
[001] good, [210] distinct
Mohs Hardness
3-3.5
3-3.5
Chemical Composition
SrSO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
PbSO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references
Celestine and Anglesite Chemical Formula
While comparing Celestine and Anglesite 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 Celestine and Anglesite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Celestine- SrSO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
- Chemical formula of Anglesite- PbSO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references
Celestine and Anglesite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Celestine and Anglesite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Celestine and Anglesite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Celestine is 6.30-6.39 whereas that of Anglesite is 6.30-6.39.