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Galena and Wardite 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
6.232.81
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]
{001} Perfect
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2.5-2.754.5-5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
PbS
NaAl 3(PO 4) 2(OH) 4 · 2H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Galena and Wardite Chemical Formula

While comparing Galena and Wardite 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 Wardite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Galena- PbS
  • Chemical formula of Wardite- NaAl 3(PO 4) 2(OH) 4 · 2H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Galena and Wardite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Galena and Wardite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Galena and Wardite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Galena is 2.81 whereas that of Wardite is 2.81.