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Pietersite and Anglesite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
Not Available6.30-6.39
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
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Conchoidal, Brittle, Conchoidal, Brittle, Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
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[001] good, [210] distinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
53-3.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
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PbSO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references

Pietersite and Anglesite Chemical Formula

While comparing Pietersite and Anglesite 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 Pietersite and Anglesite chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Anglesite- PbSO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references

Pietersite and Anglesite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Pietersite and Anglesite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Pietersite and Anglesite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Pietersite is 6.30-6.39 whereas that of Anglesite is 6.30-6.39.