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Linarite and Cerussite Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

Solubility

Durability

Specific Gravity

Fracture

Cleavage

Mohs Hardness

Chemical Composition

 
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5.35
Conchoidal
Perfect on {100}, imperfect on {001}
2.5
PbCu(SO 4)(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
 
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insoluble
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6.46-6.57
Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Conchoidal
Good [110] and [021]
3-3.5
PbCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Linarite and Cerussite Chemical Formula

While comparing Linarite and Cerussite 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 Cerussite chemical formula.

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Linarite and Cerussite Specific Gravity

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