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Linarite and Gahnospinel 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
3.65-4.55
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on {100}, imperfect on {001}
None, but may exhibit slight parting
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2.5
7.5-8
1.8 Chemical Composition
PbCu(SO 4)(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
(Mg,Zn)Al 2O 4Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Linarite and Gahnospinel Chemical Formula

While comparing Linarite and Gahnospinel 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 Gahnospinel chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Linarite- PbCu(SO 4)(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Gahnospinel- (Mg,Zn)Al 2O 4Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Linarite and Gahnospinel Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Linarite and Gahnospinel Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Linarite and Gahnospinel Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Linarite is 3.65-4.55 whereas that of Gahnospinel is 3.65-4.55.