Strontianite and Linarite Physical Properties

Strontianite and Linarite Chemical Formula

While comparing Strontianite 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 Strontianite and Linarite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Strontianite- SrCO 3Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
• Chemical formula of Linarite- PbCu(SO 4)(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Strontianite and Linarite Specific Gravity

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