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Canadian Ammolite 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
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5.35
1.5 Fracture
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Conchoidal, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
None
Perfect on {100}, imperfect on {001}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
4-4.5
2.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Pt
PbCu(SO 4)(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Canadian Ammolite and Linarite Chemical Formula

While comparing Canadian Ammolite 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 Canadian Ammolite and Linarite chemical formula.

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

Canadian Ammolite and Linarite Specific Gravity

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