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Linarite and Gaylussite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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decomposes in water
1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
5.351.93-1.99
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle
Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on {100}, imperfect on {001}
perfect [110]
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2.52.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
PbCu(SO 4)(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Na2Ca(CO3)2•5(H2O)

Linarite and Gaylussite Chemical Formula

While comparing Linarite and Gaylussite 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 Gaylussite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Linarite- PbCu(SO 4)(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Gaylussite- Na2Ca(CO3)2•5(H2O)

Linarite and Gaylussite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Linarite and Gaylussite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Linarite and Gaylussite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Linarite is 1.93-1.99 whereas that of Gaylussite is 1.93-1.99.