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Andean Opal and Linarite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
Not Available5.35
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
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Conchoidal, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
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Perfect on {100}, imperfect on {001}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
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Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
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PbCu(SO 4)(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Andean Opal and Linarite Chemical Formula

While comparing Andean Opal and Linarite 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 Andean Opal and Linarite chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Linarite- PbCu(SO 4)(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Andean Opal and Linarite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Andean Opal and Linarite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Andean Opal and Linarite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Andean Opal is 5.35 whereas that of Linarite is 5.35.