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Topaz and Galena Physical Properties


Galena and Topaz Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Brittle   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.49-3.57   
6.23   

Fracture
Subconchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle   
Subconchoidal, Brittle, Metallic   

Cleavage
[001] Perfect   
Cubic perfect on [001], parting on [111]   

Mohs Hardness
8   
2.5-2.75   

Chemical Composition
Al2SiO4(F,OH)2   
PbS   

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Topaz and Galena Chemical Formula

While comparing Topaz 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 Topaz and Galena chemical formula.

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Topaz and Galena Specific Gravity

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

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