Zircon and Linarite Physical Properties
Tenacity
Brittle
Not Available
Solubility
insoluble
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
3.93-4.73
5.35
Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Conchoidal, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle
Cleavage
{110} and {111}
Perfect on {100}, imperfect on {001}
Chemical Composition
ZrSiO4
PbCu(SO 4)(OH) 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Zircon and Linarite Chemical Formula
While comparing Zircon 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 Zircon and Linarite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Zircon- ZrSiO4
- Chemical formula of Linarite- PbCu(SO 4)(OH) 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Zircon and Linarite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Zircon and Linarite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Zircon and Linarite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Zircon is 5.35 whereas that of Linarite is 5.35.