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Galena and Violane 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
Not Available
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1.4 Specific Gravity
6.233.22-3.40
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
2.5-2.755-6
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
PbS
(Ca,Mg,Mn)SiO 3Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Galena and Violane Chemical Formula

While comparing Galena and Violane 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 Violane chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Galena- PbS
  • Chemical formula of Violane- (Ca,Mg,Mn)SiO 3Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Galena and Violane Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Galena and Violane Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Galena and Violane Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Galena is 3.22-3.40 whereas that of Violane is 3.22-3.40.