Kyanite and Linarite Physical Properties

Kyanite and Linarite Chemical Formula

While comparing Kyanite 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 Kyanite and Linarite chemical formula.

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

Kyanite and Linarite Specific Gravity

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