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Binghamite and Linarite Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

Solubility

Durability

Specific Gravity

Fracture

Cleavage

Mohs Hardness

Chemical Composition

 
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2.55-2.70
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None
6.5-7
SiO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
 
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5.35
Conchoidal
Perfect on {100}, imperfect on {001}
2.5
PbCu(SO 4)(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Binghamite and Linarite Chemical Formula

While comparing Binghamite 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 Binghamite and Linarite chemical formula.

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Binghamite and Linarite Specific Gravity

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