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Linarite and Diopside Physical Properties

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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
5.353.22-3.40
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle
Conchoidal, UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Brittle, Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on {100}, imperfect on {001}
Distinct/good on {110}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2.55-6
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
PbCu(SO 4)(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
CaMgSi2O6

Linarite and Diopside Chemical Formula

While comparing Linarite and Diopside 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 Diopside chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Linarite- PbCu(SO 4)(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Diopside- CaMgSi2O6

Linarite and Diopside Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Linarite and Diopside Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Linarite and Diopside Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Linarite is 3.22-3.40 whereas that of Diopside is 3.22-3.40.