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Rock Crystal and Linarite 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
2.65
5.35
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001), ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
Conchoidal, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
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Perfect on {100}, imperfect on {001}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7
2.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
SiO 2Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)
PbCu(SO 4)(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Rock Crystal and Linarite Chemical Formula

While comparing Rock Crystal 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 Rock Crystal and Linarite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Rock Crystal- SiO 2Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)
  • Chemical formula of Linarite- PbCu(SO 4)(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Rock Crystal and Linarite Specific Gravity

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