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Linarite and Celestine Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
5.35
3.90-4.00
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle
Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on {100}, imperfect on {001}
Perfect on {001}, good on {210}, poor on {010}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2.5
3-3.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
PbCu(SO 4)(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
SrSO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Linarite and Celestine Chemical Formula

While comparing Linarite and Celestine 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 Celestine chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Linarite- PbCu(SO 4)(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Celestine- SrSO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Linarite and Celestine Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Linarite and Celestine Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Linarite and Celestine Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Linarite is 3.90-4.00 whereas that of Celestine is 3.90-4.00.