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Galena and Goshenite 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
2.60-2.90
1.5 Fracture
Subconchoidal, Brittle, Metallic
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
Cubic perfect on [001], parting on [111]
3,1 basal
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2.5-2.75
7.5-8
1.8 Chemical Composition
PbS
Be3Al2SiO6

Galena and Goshenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Galena and Goshenite 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 Goshenite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Galena- PbS
  • Chemical formula of Goshenite- Be3Al2SiO6

Galena and Goshenite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Galena and Goshenite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Galena and Goshenite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Galena is 2.60-2.90 whereas that of Goshenite is 2.60-2.90.