Galena and Idocrase Physical Properties

Galena

Idocrase

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Brittle

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1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

6.23Not Available

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Subconchoidal, Brittle, Metallic

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1.6 Cleavage

Cubic perfect on [001], parting on [111]

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1.7 Mohs Hardness

2.5-2.75Not Available

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

PbS

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Galena and Idocrase Chemical Formula

While comparing Galena and Idocrase 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 Idocrase chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Galena- PbS

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Galena and Idocrase Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Galena and Idocrase Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Galena and Idocrase Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Galena is Not Available whereas that of Idocrase is Not Available.