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Larvikite and Galena Physical Properties


Galena and Larvikite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Brittle   

Solubility
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Not Available   

Durability
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Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.59   
6.23   

Fracture
Not Available   
Subconchoidal, Brittle, Metallic   

Cleavage
Not Available   
Cubic perfect on [001], parting on [111]   

Mohs Hardness
6-6.5   
2.5-2.75   

Chemical Composition
Not Available   
PbS   

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Larvikite and Galena Chemical Formula

While comparing Larvikite 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 Larvikite and Galena chemical formula.

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Larvikite and Galena Specific Gravity

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

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