Galena vs Pyrite
| Property | Galena | Pyrite |
|---|---|---|
| Formula | PbS | FeS2 |
| Crystal System | Cubic (Isometric) | Cubic (Isometric) |
| Mineral Class | 02 Sulfides and Sulfosalts | 02 Sulfides and Sulfosalts |
| Mohs Hardness | 2.5-2.8 | 6.0-6.5 |
| Color | Lead-gray | Pale brass-yellow |
| Luster | Metallic | Metallic |
| Streak | Lead-gray | Greenish-black to brownish-black |
| Transparency | Opaque | Opaque |
| Cleavage | Perfect cubic {001} | Indistinct |
| Fracture | Subconchoidal | Conchoidal to uneven |