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Galena and Ludlamite 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
3.1-3.2
1.5 Fracture
Subconchoidal, Brittle, Metallic
UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
Cubic perfect on [001], parting on [111]
Vitreous, pearly on cleavage
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2.5-2.75
3-4
1.8 Chemical Composition
PbS
(Fe2+ ,Mg,Mn2+ ) 3(PO 4) 2 · 4H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Galena and Ludlamite Chemical Formula

While comparing Galena and Ludlamite 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 Ludlamite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Galena- PbS
  • Chemical formula of Ludlamite- (Fe2+ ,Mg,Mn2+ ) 3(PO 4) 2 · 4H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Galena and Ludlamite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Galena and Ludlamite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Galena and Ludlamite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Galena is 3.1-3.2 whereas that of Ludlamite is 3.1-3.2.