Caledonite and Enstatite Physical Properties
Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
5.6-5.76
3.20-3.25
Fracture
Uneven, UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Metallic
Cleavage
[001] perfect; [100] distinct
Good/distinct on [210]
Chemical Composition
Pb 5Cu 2(SO 4) 3(CO 3)(OH) 6Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
Mg 2Si 2O 6Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Caledonite and Enstatite Chemical Formula
While comparing Caledonite and Enstatite 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 Enstatite 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 Enstatite- Mg 2Si 2O 6Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Caledonite and Enstatite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Caledonite and Enstatite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Caledonite and Enstatite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Caledonite is 3.20-3.25 whereas that of Enstatite is 3.20-3.25.