Imperial Topaz and Linarite Physical Properties

Imperial Topaz

Linarite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.49-3.575.35

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven

Conchoidal, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle

1.6 Cleavage

Not Available

Perfect on {100}, imperfect on {001}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

82.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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PbCu(SO 4)(OH) 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Imperial Topaz and Linarite Chemical Formula

While comparing Imperial Topaz 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 Imperial Topaz and Linarite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Linarite- PbCu(SO 4)(OH) 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

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Imperial Topaz and Linarite Specific Gravity

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