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Galena and Nosean 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
6.232.30-2.40
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Subconchoidal, Brittle, Metallic
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
Cubic perfect on [001], parting on [111]
{110} Perfect
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2.5-2.75Not Available
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
PbS
Na 8Al 6Si 6O 24(SO 4) · H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)

Galena and Nosean Chemical Formula

While comparing Galena and Nosean 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 Nosean chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Galena- PbS
  • Chemical formula of Nosean- Na 8Al 6Si 6O 24(SO 4) · H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)

Galena and Nosean Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Galena and Nosean Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Galena and Nosean Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Galena is 2.30-2.40 whereas that of Nosean is 2.30-2.40.