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Galena and Rubellite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Not Available
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
6.23
3.01-3.06
1.5 Fracture
Subconchoidal, Brittle, Metallic
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
Cubic perfect on [001], parting on [111]
Not Available
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2.5-2.75
7-7.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
PbS
Na(Li 1.5Al 1.5)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012) Formula given for elbaite.

Galena and Rubellite Chemical Formula

While comparing Galena and Rubellite 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 Rubellite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Galena- PbS
  • Chemical formula of Rubellite- Na(Li 1.5Al 1.5)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012) Formula given for elbaite.

Galena and Rubellite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Galena and Rubellite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Galena and Rubellite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Galena is 3.01-3.06 whereas that of Rubellite is 3.01-3.06.