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Blue John and Caledonite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.00-3.25
5.6-5.76
1.5 Fracture
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Uneven, UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
1.6 Cleavage
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[001] perfect; [100] distinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
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2.5-3
1.8 Chemical Composition
CaF 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Pb 5Cu 2(SO 4) 3(CO 3)(OH) 6Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Blue John and Caledonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Blue John 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 Blue John and Caledonite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Blue John- CaF 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Caledonite- Pb 5Cu 2(SO 4) 3(CO 3)(OH) 6Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Blue John and Caledonite Specific Gravity

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

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