Iolite and Linarite Physical Properties

Iolite and Linarite Chemical Formula

While comparing Iolite 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 Iolite and Linarite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Iolite- Mg₂Al₄Si₅O₁₈
• Chemical formula of Linarite- PbCu(SO 4)(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Iolite and Linarite Specific Gravity

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