Caledonite and Clinozoisite Physical Properties
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
5.6-5.76
3.21-3.38
Fracture
Uneven, UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
Irregular/uneven, Uneven
Cleavage
[001] perfect; [100] distinct
Perfect on {001}
Chemical Composition
Pb 5Cu 2(SO 4) 3(CO 3)(OH) 6Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
Ca 2Al 3(SiO 4) 3(OH)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
Caledonite and Clinozoisite Chemical Formula
While comparing Caledonite and Clinozoisite 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 Clinozoisite 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 Clinozoisite- Ca 2Al 3(SiO 4) 3(OH)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
Caledonite and Clinozoisite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Caledonite and Clinozoisite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Caledonite and Clinozoisite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Caledonite is 3.21-3.38 whereas that of Clinozoisite is 3.21-3.38.