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Galena and Ammolite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
6.23
2.75-2.80
1.5 Fracture
Subconchoidal, Brittle, Metallic
Uneven, Granular
1.6 Cleavage
Cubic perfect on [001], parting on [111]
no true cleavage
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2.5-2.75
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1.8 Chemical Composition
PbS
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Galena and Ammolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Galena and Ammolite 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 Galena and Ammolite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Galena- PbS
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Galena and Ammolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Galena and Ammolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Galena and Ammolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Galena is 2.75-2.80 whereas that of Ammolite is 2.75-2.80.

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