Linarite and Zultanite Physical Properties

Linarite

Zultanite

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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

5.35Not Available

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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

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1.6 Cleavage

Perfect on {100}, imperfect on {001}

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1.7 Mohs Hardness

2.56.5-7

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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

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Linarite and Zultanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Linarite and Zultanite 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 Zultanite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Linarite- PbCu(SO 4)(OH) 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

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Linarite and Zultanite Specific Gravity

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