Wulfenite and Albite Physical Properties
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
6.50-7.00
2.60-2.65
Fracture
Irregular, Brittle, Conchoidal
Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006), Uneven, Conchoidal
Cleavage
On {011}, distinct; on {001}, {013}, indistinct
Perfect on {001}, very good on {010}, imperfect on {110}
Chemical Composition
PbMoO 4Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)
NaAlSi 3O 8Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Wulfenite and Albite Chemical Formula
While comparing Wulfenite and Albite 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 Wulfenite and Albite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Wulfenite- PbMoO 4Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)
- Chemical formula of Albite- NaAlSi 3O 8Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Wulfenite and Albite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Wulfenite and Albite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Wulfenite and Albite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Wulfenite is 2.60-2.65 whereas that of Albite is 2.60-2.65.