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Galena and Andesine Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
6.232.65-2.69
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Subconchoidal, Brittle, Metallic
Uneven, Uneven, Conchoidal, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
1.6 Cleavage
Cubic perfect on [001], parting on [111]
Perfect on {001}, good on {010}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2.5-2.756-6.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
PbS
(Na,Ca)Al1-2Si3-2O8

Galena and Andesine Chemical Formula

While comparing Galena and Andesine 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 Andesine chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Galena- PbS
  • Chemical formula of Andesine- (Na,Ca)Al1-2Si3-2O8

Galena and Andesine Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Galena and Andesine Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Galena and Andesine Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Galena is 2.65-2.69 whereas that of Andesine is 2.65-2.69.