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Linarite and Chlorite group 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
2.6-3.3
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle
Lamellar
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on {100}, imperfect on {001}
Perfect 001
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2.5
2-2.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
PbCu(SO 4)(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
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Linarite and Chlorite group Chemical Formula

While comparing Linarite and Chlorite group 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 Chlorite group chemical formula.

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

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Linarite and Chlorite group Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Linarite and Chlorite group Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Linarite is 2.6-3.3 whereas that of Chlorite group is 2.6-3.3.