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Caledonite and Bronzite 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
3.35
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
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1.6 Cleavage
[001] perfect; [100] distinct
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
2.5-3
5.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Pb 5Cu 2(SO 4) 3(CO 3)(OH) 6Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
(Mg,Fe) 2Si 2O 6Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Caledonite and Bronzite Chemical Formula

While comparing Caledonite and Bronzite 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 Bronzite 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 Bronzite- (Mg,Fe) 2Si 2O 6Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Caledonite and Bronzite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Caledonite and Bronzite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Caledonite and Bronzite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Caledonite is 3.35 whereas that of Bronzite is 3.35.

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