Caledonite and Augelite Physical Properties
Tenacity
Brittle
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Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
5.6-5.76
2.70-2.75
Fracture
Uneven, UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Cleavage
[001] perfect; [100] distinct
From the Greek for luster, for its pearly luster on the cleavage.
Mohs Hardness
2.5-3
4.5-5
Chemical Composition
Pb 5Cu 2(SO 4) 3(CO 3)(OH) 6Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
Al 2(PO 4)(OH) 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Caledonite and Augelite Chemical Formula
While comparing Caledonite and Augelite 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 Augelite 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 Augelite- Al 2(PO 4)(OH) 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Caledonite and Augelite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Caledonite and Augelite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Caledonite and Augelite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Caledonite is 2.70-2.75 whereas that of Augelite is 2.70-2.75.