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Galena
Introduction
Physical Properties
Chemical Properties
Occurences
Notable Locality
Major Uses
Diagnostic Features

Chemical Properties

Formula: PbS

Class: Sulfide

Characteristics:

(1)Galena is not stable when exposed to air and may be altered to minerals, such as Anglesite and white lead.

(2)Soluble in hydrochloric and nitric acids.

        

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