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Amber and Caledonite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Soluble
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
1.05-1.105.6-5.76
Achroite
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
Uneven, UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
1.6 Cleavage
None
[001] perfect; [100] distinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2-2.52.5-3
Adamite
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
[C,H,O]
Pb 5Cu 2(SO 4) 3(CO 3)(OH) 6Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Amber and Caledonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Amber 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 Amber and Caledonite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Amber- [C,H,O]
  • Chemical formula of Caledonite- Pb 5Cu 2(SO 4) 3(CO 3)(OH) 6Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Amber and Caledonite Specific Gravity

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