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Linarite and Proustite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
5.35
5.51-5.64
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on {100}, imperfect on {001}
Distinct on {10 1 1}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2.5
2.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
PbCu(SO 4)(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Ag 3AsS 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Linarite and Proustite Chemical Formula

While comparing Linarite and Proustite 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 Proustite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Linarite- PbCu(SO 4)(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Proustite- Ag 3AsS 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Linarite and Proustite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Linarite and Proustite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Linarite and Proustite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Linarite is 5.51-5.64 whereas that of Proustite is 5.51-5.64.