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Linarite and Nuummite Physical Properties

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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
3.18-3.37
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle
Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on {100}, imperfect on {001}
Perfect on 210
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2.5
5.5-6
1.8 Chemical Composition
PbCu(SO 4)(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
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Linarite and Nuummite Chemical Formula

While comparing Linarite and Nuummite 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 Nuummite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Linarite- PbCu(SO 4)(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
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Linarite and Nuummite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Linarite and Nuummite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Linarite and Nuummite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Linarite is 3.18-3.37 whereas that of Nuummite is 3.18-3.37.