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Linarite and Vishnevite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
5.35
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1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle
Brittle, Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on {100}, imperfect on {001}
Perfect
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2.5
5-6
1.8 Chemical Composition
PbCu(SO 4)(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
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Linarite and Vishnevite Chemical Formula

While comparing Linarite and Vishnevite 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 Vishnevite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Linarite- PbCu(SO 4)(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
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Linarite and Vishnevite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Linarite and Vishnevite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Linarite and Vishnevite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Linarite is Not Available whereas that of Vishnevite is Not Available.