Home
Gemstones


Galena and Chabazite Physical Properties


Chabazite and Galena Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
6.23   
2.08-2.16   

Fracture
Subconchoidal, Brittle, Metallic   
Irregular/uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   

Cleavage
Cubic perfect on [001], parting on [111]   
distinct/good on {1011}   

Mohs Hardness
2.5-2.75   
4.5   

Chemical Composition
PbS   
CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)   

Optical Properties >>
<< Astrology

Galena and Chabazite Chemical Formula

While comparing Galena and Chabazite 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 Chabazite chemical formula.

Compare Grey Gemstones

Galena and Chabazite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Galena and Chabazite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Galena and Chabazite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Galena is 2.08-2.16 whereas that of Chabazite is 2.08-2.16.

Grey Gemstones

Grey Gemstones


Compare Grey Gemstones