Witherite and Linarite Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
Not Available
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Specific Gravity
4.27-4.35
5.35
Fracture
UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
Conchoidal, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle
Cleavage
{010} Distinct
Perfect on {100}, imperfect on {001}
Chemical Composition
BaCO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
PbCu(SO 4)(OH) 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Witherite and Linarite Chemical Formula
While comparing Witherite 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 Witherite and Linarite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Witherite- BaCO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
- Chemical formula of Linarite- PbCu(SO 4)(OH) 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Witherite and Linarite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Witherite and Linarite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Witherite and Linarite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Witherite is 5.35 whereas that of Linarite is 5.35.