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Galena and Sodalite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Soluble
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
6.232.15-2.40
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Subconchoidal, Brittle, Metallic
Conchoidal, Uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
Cubic perfect on [001], parting on [111]
Poor on {110}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2.5-2.755-6
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
PbS
Na8Al6Si6O24Cl2

Galena and Sodalite Chemical Formula

While comparing Galena and Sodalite 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 Sodalite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Galena- PbS
  • Chemical formula of Sodalite- Na8Al6Si6O24Cl2

Galena and Sodalite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Galena and Sodalite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Galena and Sodalite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Galena is 2.15-2.40 whereas that of Sodalite is 2.15-2.40.