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Faustite and Galena Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.96.23
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Conchoidal, Brittle, Conchoidal
Subconchoidal, Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
{???} Indistinct
Cubic perfect on [001], parting on [111]
1.7 Mohs Hardness
4.52.5-2.75
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Zn,Cu)Al 6(PO 4) 4(OH) 8 · 4H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
PbS

Faustite and Galena Chemical Formula

While comparing Faustite 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 Faustite and Galena chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Faustite- (Zn,Cu)Al 6(PO 4) 4(OH) 8 · 4H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Galena- PbS

Faustite and Galena Specific Gravity

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