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Galena and Moroxite 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
6.233.13-3.26
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Subconchoidal, Brittle, Metallic
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
Cubic perfect on [001], parting on [111]
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
2.5-2.75Not Available
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
PbS
Ca 5(F,Cl)(PO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Galena and Moroxite Chemical Formula

While comparing Galena and Moroxite 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 Moroxite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Galena- PbS
  • Chemical formula of Moroxite- Ca 5(F,Cl)(PO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Galena and Moroxite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Galena and Moroxite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Galena and Moroxite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Galena is 3.13-3.26 whereas that of Moroxite is 3.13-3.26.