Caledonite and Celestine Physical Properties
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
5.6-5.76
3.90-4.00
Fracture
Uneven, UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal
Cleavage
[001] perfect; [100] distinct
Perfect on {001}, good on {210}, poor on {010}
Mohs Hardness
2.5-3
3-3.5
Chemical Composition
Pb 5Cu 2(SO 4) 3(CO 3)(OH) 6Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
SrSO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Caledonite and Celestine Chemical Formula
While comparing Caledonite and Celestine 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 Celestine 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 Celestine- SrSO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Caledonite and Celestine Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Caledonite and Celestine Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Caledonite and Celestine Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Caledonite is 3.90-4.00 whereas that of Celestine is 3.90-4.00.