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Galena and Jasper 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
2.58-2.91
1.5 Fracture
Subconchoidal, Brittle, Metallic
Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Gemstones of the world (2001)
1.6 Cleavage
Cubic perfect on [001], parting on [111]
Indiscernible
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2.5-2.75
6.5-7
1.8 Chemical Composition
PbS
SiO2

Galena and Jasper Chemical Formula

While comparing Galena and Jasper 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 Jasper chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Galena- PbS
  • Chemical formula of Jasper- SiO2

Galena and Jasper Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Galena and Jasper Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Galena and Jasper Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Galena is 2.58-2.91 whereas that of Jasper is 2.58-2.91.