Caledonite and Blue spinel Physical Properties

Caledonite and Blue spinel Chemical Formula

While comparing Caledonite and Blue spinel 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 Blue spinel 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 Blue spinel- MgAl2O4

Caledonite and Blue spinel Specific Gravity

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