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Caledonite and Hollandite 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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Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
5.6-5.76
5.05
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
[001] perfect; [100] distinct
Distinct / Good, Prismatic
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2.5-3
4-6
1.8 Chemical Composition
Pb 5Cu 2(SO 4) 3(CO 3)(OH) 6Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
Ba(Mn++++,Mn++)8O16

Caledonite and Hollandite Chemical Formula

While comparing Caledonite and Hollandite 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 Hollandite 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 Hollandite- Ba(Mn++++,Mn++)8O16

Caledonite and Hollandite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Caledonite and Hollandite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Caledonite and Hollandite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Caledonite is 5.05 whereas that of Hollandite is 5.05.