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Richterite and Linarite Physical Properties


Linarite and Richterite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.0-3.5   
5.35   

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

Cleavage
Perfect   
Perfect on {100}, imperfect on {001}   

Mohs Hardness
5-6   
2.5   

Chemical Composition
Not Available   
PbCu(SO 4)(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   

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Richterite and Linarite Chemical Formula

While comparing Richterite and Linarite 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 Richterite and Linarite chemical formula.

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Richterite and Linarite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Richterite and Linarite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Richterite and Linarite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Richterite is 5.35 whereas that of Linarite is 5.35.

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