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Caledonite and Aquamarine Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
5.6-5.76
2.66-2.80
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
Not Available
1.6 Cleavage
[001] perfect; [100] distinct
3,1 basal
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2.5-3
7.5-8
1.8 Chemical Composition
Pb 5Cu 2(SO 4) 3(CO 3)(OH) 6Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
Be3Al2SiO6

Caledonite and Aquamarine Chemical Formula

While comparing Caledonite and Aquamarine 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 Aquamarine 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 Aquamarine- Be3Al2SiO6

Caledonite and Aquamarine Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Caledonite and Aquamarine Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Caledonite and Aquamarine Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Caledonite is 2.66-2.80 whereas that of Aquamarine is 2.66-2.80.

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