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Caledonite and Johachidolite 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
3.45
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
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1.6 Cleavage
[001] perfect; [100] distinct
None
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2.5-3
7.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Pb 5Cu 2(SO 4) 3(CO 3)(OH) 6Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
CaAlB 3O 7Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Caledonite and Johachidolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Caledonite and Johachidolite 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 Johachidolite 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 Johachidolite- CaAlB 3O 7Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Caledonite and Johachidolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Caledonite and Johachidolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Caledonite and Johachidolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Caledonite is 3.45 whereas that of Johachidolite is 3.45.