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Linarite and Bertrandite 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
2.59-2.60
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle
Brittle, Metallic, Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on {100}, imperfect on {001}
{001} Perfect, {110} Distinct, {101} Distinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2.5
6-7
1.8 Chemical Composition
PbCu(SO 4)(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Be 4Si 2O 7(OH) 2Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Linarite and Bertrandite Chemical Formula

While comparing Linarite and Bertrandite 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 Bertrandite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Linarite- PbCu(SO 4)(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Bertrandite- Be 4Si 2O 7(OH) 2Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Linarite and Bertrandite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Linarite and Bertrandite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Linarite and Bertrandite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Linarite is 2.59-2.60 whereas that of Bertrandite is 2.59-2.60.