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Caledonite and Chlorapatite 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
3.17-3.18
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
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1.8 Chemical Composition
Pb 5Cu 2(SO 4) 3(CO 3)(OH) 6Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
Ca 5(PO 4) 3ClAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Caledonite and Chlorapatite Chemical Formula

While comparing Caledonite and Chlorapatite 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 Chlorapatite 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 Chlorapatite- Ca 5(PO 4) 3ClAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Caledonite and Chlorapatite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Caledonite and Chlorapatite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Caledonite and Chlorapatite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Caledonite is 3.17-3.18 whereas that of Chlorapatite is 3.17-3.18.

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