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Linarite and Agrellite 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
5.35
2.88
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle
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1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on {100}, imperfect on {001}
perfect [110]
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2.5
5.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
PbCu(SO 4)(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
NaCa2Si4O10F

Linarite and Agrellite Chemical Formula

While comparing Linarite and Agrellite 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 Linarite and Agrellite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Linarite- PbCu(SO 4)(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Agrellite- NaCa2Si4O10F

Linarite and Agrellite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Linarite and Agrellite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Linarite and Agrellite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Linarite is 2.88 whereas that of Agrellite is 2.88.