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Linarite and Idocrase Physical Properties


Idocrase and Linarite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
5.35  
-9999  

Fracture
Conchoidal  
-  

Cleavage
Perfect on {100}, imperfect on {001}  
Indiscernible  

Mohs Hardness
2.5  
-9999  

Chemical Composition
PbCu(SO 4)(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)  
Ca10(Mg,Fe)2(Si2O7)2(SiO4)2O(OH)2  

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Linarite and Idocrase Chemical Formula

While comparing Linarite and Idocrase 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 Idocrase chemical formula.

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Linarite and Idocrase Specific Gravity

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

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