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Linarite and Vlasovite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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Nearly insoluble in HCl and HNO3
1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
5.35
2.97
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle
Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on {100}, imperfect on {001}
Distinct on {010}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2.5
6
1.8 Chemical Composition
PbCu(SO 4)(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
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Linarite and Vlasovite Chemical Formula

While comparing Linarite and Vlasovite 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 Vlasovite chemical formula.

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

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Linarite and Vlasovite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Linarite and Vlasovite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Linarite is 2.97 whereas that of Vlasovite is 2.97.