Tag: galena

  • Galena

    Galena
    PbS

    Galena is a natural mineral form of lead and silver
    and is a most important lead ore mineral that is 86.6%
    lead and 13.4% sulfur.

    photo of galena ore
    Galena ore – courtesy R. Reynolds

    Because of the lead content, it is important to
    wash your hands after handling this oreā€”just a safety
    precaution.

    More metallic oxides

    courtesy MVRM