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Galena and Hauyne Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Gelatinises in acids
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
6.23
2.4-2.5
1.5 Fracture
Subconchoidal, Brittle, Metallic
Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
Cubic perfect on [001], parting on [111]
Distinct on {110}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2.5-2.75
5-6
1.8 Chemical Composition
PbS
(Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2

Galena and Hauyne Chemical Formula

While comparing Galena and Hauyne 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 Hauyne chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Galena- PbS
  • Chemical formula of Hauyne- (Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2

Galena and Hauyne Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Galena and Hauyne Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Galena and Hauyne Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Galena is 2.4-2.5 whereas that of Hauyne is 2.4-2.5.