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Richterite and Anglesite Physical Properties


Anglesite and Richterite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Not Available   

Solubility
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Not Available   

Durability
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Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.0-3.5   
6.30-6.39   

Fracture
Uneven, Brittle   
Conchoidal, Brittle, Conchoidal, Brittle, Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal   

Cleavage
Perfect   
[001] good, [210] distinct   

Mohs Hardness
5-6   
3-3.5   

Chemical Composition
Not Available   
PbSO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references   

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Richterite and Anglesite Chemical Formula

While comparing Richterite 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 Richterite and Anglesite chemical formula.

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Richterite and Anglesite Specific Gravity

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

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