Linarite and Variscite Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
Not Available
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Specific Gravity
5.35
2.42-2.58
Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle
Conchoidal, Splintery, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Brittle
Cleavage
Perfect on {100}, imperfect on {001}
[010] perfect
Chemical Composition
PbCu(SO 4)(OH) 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
AlPO4 · 2(H2O)
Linarite and Variscite Chemical Formula
While comparing Linarite and Variscite 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 Variscite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Linarite- PbCu(SO 4)(OH) 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
- Chemical formula of Variscite- AlPO4 · 2(H2O)
Linarite and Variscite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Linarite and Variscite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Linarite and Variscite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Linarite is 2.42-2.58 whereas that of Variscite is 2.42-2.58.