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Caledonite and Amber Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
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Soluble
1.3 Durability
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Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
5.6-5.76
1.05-1.10
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
[001] perfect; [100] distinct
None
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2.5-3
2-2.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Pb 5Cu 2(SO 4) 3(CO 3)(OH) 6Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
[C,H,O]

Caledonite and Amber Chemical Formula

While comparing Caledonite and Amber 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 Amber 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 Amber- [C,H,O]

Caledonite and Amber Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Caledonite and Amber Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Caledonite and Amber Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Caledonite is 1.05-1.10 whereas that of Amber is 1.05-1.10.