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Caledonite and Agrellite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
5.6-5.76
2.88
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
Not Available
1.6 Cleavage
[001] perfect; [100] distinct
perfect [110]
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2.5-3
5.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Pb 5Cu 2(SO 4) 3(CO 3)(OH) 6Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
NaCa2Si4O10F

Caledonite and Agrellite Chemical Formula

While comparing Caledonite and Agrellite 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 Caledonite and Agrellite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Caledonite- Pb 5Cu 2(SO 4) 3(CO 3)(OH) 6Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
  • Chemical formula of Agrellite- NaCa2Si4O10F

Caledonite and Agrellite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Caledonite and Agrellite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Caledonite and Agrellite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Caledonite is 2.88 whereas that of Agrellite is 2.88.