Linarite and Phosphophyllite Physical Properties
Specific Gravity
5.35
3.07-3.13
Fracture
Conchoidal
Conchoidal, Uneven
Cleavage
Perfect on {100}, imperfect on {001}
{100} Perfect, {010} Distinct, {102} Distinct
Chemical Composition
PbCu(SO 4)(OH) 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Zn 2(Fe2+ ,Mn2+ )(PO 4) 2 · 4H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Linarite and Phosphophyllite Chemical Formula
While comparing Linarite and Phosphophyllite 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 Phosphophyllite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Linarite- PbCu(SO 4)(OH) 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
- Chemical formula of Phosphophyllite- Zn 2(Fe2+ ,Mn2+ )(PO 4) 2 · 4H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Linarite and Phosphophyllite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Linarite and Phosphophyllite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Linarite and Phosphophyllite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Linarite is 3.07-3.13 whereas that of Phosphophyllite is 3.07-3.13.