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Linarite and Goshenite Physical Properties


Goshenite and Linarite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
5.35   
2.60-2.90   

Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle   
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   

Cleavage
Perfect on {100}, imperfect on {001}   
3,1 basal   

Mohs Hardness
2.5   
7.5-8   

Chemical Composition
PbCu(SO 4)(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   
Be3Al2SiO6   

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Linarite and Goshenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Linarite and Goshenite 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 Goshenite chemical formula.

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Linarite and Goshenite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Linarite and Goshenite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Linarite and Goshenite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Linarite is 2.60-2.90 whereas that of Goshenite is 2.60-2.90.

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