Alunite and Caledonite Physical Properties

Alunite and Caledonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Alunite and Caledonite 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 Alunite and Caledonite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Alunite- KAl3(SO4)2(OH)6
• Chemical formula of Caledonite- Pb 5Cu 2(SO 4) 3(CO 3)(OH) 6Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Alunite and Caledonite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Alunite and Caledonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Alunite and Caledonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Alunite is 5.6-5.76 whereas that of Caledonite is 5.6-5.76.