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Galena and Kornerupine Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
Not Available
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1.4 Specific Gravity
6.233.25-3.45
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Subconchoidal, Brittle, Metallic
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
Cubic perfect on [001], parting on [111]
Good on {110}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2.5-2.756.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
PbS
Mg 3Al 6(Si,Al,B) 5O 21(OH)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Galena and Kornerupine Chemical Formula

While comparing Galena and Kornerupine 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 Kornerupine chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Galena- PbS
  • Chemical formula of Kornerupine- Mg 3Al 6(Si,Al,B) 5O 21(OH)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Galena and Kornerupine Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Galena and Kornerupine Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Galena and Kornerupine Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Galena is 3.25-3.45 whereas that of Kornerupine is 3.25-3.45.