Linarite and Scapolite Physical Properties

Linarite

Scapolite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

5.352.58-2.74

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Conchoidal, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle

ConchoidalWalter Schumann, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Splintery

1.6 Cleavage

Perfect on {100}, imperfect on {001}

{100} Distinct, {110} Distinct

1.7 Mohs Hardness

2.55.5-6

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

PbCu(SO 4)(OH) 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Na 4Al 3Si 9O 24Cl to Ca 4Al 6Si 6O 24(CO 3,SO 4)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Linarite and Scapolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Linarite and Scapolite 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 Scapolite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Linarite- PbCu(SO 4)(OH) 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Chemical formula of Scapolite- Na 4Al 3Si 9O 24Cl to Ca 4Al 6Si 6O 24(CO 3,SO 4)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

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Linarite and Scapolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Linarite and Scapolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Linarite and Scapolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Linarite is 2.58-2.74 whereas that of Scapolite is 2.58-2.74.