Caledonite and Chabazite Physical Properties
Tenacity
Brittle
Not Available
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
5.6-5.76
2.08-2.16
Fracture
Uneven, UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
Irregular/uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Cleavage
[001] perfect; [100] distinct
distinct/good on {1011}
Chemical Composition
Pb 5Cu 2(SO 4) 3(CO 3)(OH) 6Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
Caledonite and Chabazite Chemical Formula
While comparing Caledonite and Chabazite 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 Chabazite 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 Chabazite- CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
Caledonite and Chabazite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Caledonite and Chabazite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Caledonite and Chabazite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Caledonite is 2.08-2.16 whereas that of Chabazite is 2.08-2.16.