Caledonite and Langbeinite Physical Properties

Caledonite

Langbeinite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Brittle

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

Slowly dissolves in water

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

5.6-5.76Not Available

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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

Conchoidal, Brittle

1.6 Cleavage

[001] perfect; [100] distinct

None

1.7 Mohs Hardness

2.5-33.5-4

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Pb 5Cu 2(SO 4) 3(CO 3)(OH) 6Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Not Available

Caledonite and Langbeinite Chemical Formula

While comparing Caledonite and Langbeinite 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 Langbeinite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Caledonite- Pb 5Cu 2(SO 4) 3(CO 3)(OH) 6Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

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Caledonite and Langbeinite Specific Gravity

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