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Caledonite and Amethyst Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
Not Available
insoluble in common solvents
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
5.6-5.76
2.65
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
1.6 Cleavage
[001] perfect; [100] distinct
Indiscernible
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2.5-3
7
1.8 Chemical Composition
Pb 5Cu 2(SO 4) 3(CO 3)(OH) 6Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
SiO2

Caledonite and Amethyst Chemical Formula

While comparing Caledonite and Amethyst 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 Amethyst 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 Amethyst- SiO2

Caledonite and Amethyst Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Caledonite and Amethyst Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Caledonite and Amethyst Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Caledonite is 2.65 whereas that of Amethyst is 2.65.

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