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Jasper and Galena Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.58-2.91
6.23
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Gemstones of the world (2001)
Subconchoidal, Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
Indiscernible
Cubic perfect on [001], parting on [111]
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.5-7
2.5-2.75
1.8 Chemical Composition
SiO2
PbS

Jasper and Galena Chemical Formula

While comparing Jasper and Galena 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 Jasper and Galena chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Jasper- SiO2
  • Chemical formula of Galena- PbS

Jasper and Galena Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Jasper and Galena Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Jasper and Galena Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Jasper is 6.23 whereas that of Galena is 6.23.