Linarite and Scheelite Physical Properties

Linarite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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Brittle

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

5.355.9-6.3

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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

Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Uneven

1.6 Cleavage

Perfect on {100}, imperfect on {001}

On {101}, distinct; on {112}, interrupted; on {001}, indistinct

1.7 Mohs Hardness

2.54.5-5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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

CaWO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Linarite and Scheelite Chemical Formula

While comparing Linarite and Scheelite 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 Scheelite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Linarite- PbCu(SO 4)(OH) 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Chemical formula of Scheelite- CaWO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Linarite and Scheelite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Linarite and Scheelite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Linarite and Scheelite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Linarite is 5.9-6.3 whereas that of Scheelite is 5.9-6.3.