Wavellite and Linarite Physical Properties
Specific Gravity
2.36
5.35
Fracture
Uneven, Subconchoidal, Fibrous
Conchoidal
Cleavage
[110] perfect, [101] good, [010] distinct
Perfect on {100}, imperfect on {001}
Chemical Composition
Al 3(PO 4) 2(OH,F) 3 · 5H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
PbCu(SO 4)(OH) 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Wavellite and Linarite Chemical Formula
While comparing Wavellite 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 Wavellite and Linarite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Wavellite- Al 3(PO 4) 2(OH,F) 3 · 5H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
- Chemical formula of Linarite- PbCu(SO 4)(OH) 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Wavellite and Linarite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Wavellite and Linarite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Wavellite and Linarite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Wavellite is 5.35 whereas that of Linarite is 5.35.