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Violane and Galena Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.22-3.406.23
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Subconchoidal, Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
Not Available
Cubic perfect on [001], parting on [111]
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-62.5-2.75
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Ca,Mg,Mn)SiO 3Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
PbS

Violane and Galena Chemical Formula

While comparing Violane 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 Violane and Galena chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Violane- (Ca,Mg,Mn)SiO 3Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
  • Chemical formula of Galena- PbS

Violane and Galena Specific Gravity

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