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Caledonite and Flint Physical Properties


Flint and Caledonite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
5.6-5.76   
Not Available   

Fracture
Uneven, UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001)   
Uneven   

Cleavage
[001] perfect; [100] distinct   
Not Available   

Mohs Hardness
2.5-3   
Not Available   

Chemical Composition
Pb 5Cu 2(SO 4) 3(CO 3)(OH) 6Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)   
Not Available   

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Caledonite and Flint Chemical Formula

While comparing Caledonite and Flint 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 Flint chemical formula.

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Caledonite and Flint Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Caledonite and Flint Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Caledonite and Flint Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Caledonite is Not Available whereas that of Flint is Not Available.

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