Home
Gemstones


Caledonite and Nephrite Physical Properties


Nephrite 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   
2.90-3.10   

Fracture
Uneven, UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001)   
Splintery, Granular, Splintery, Granular, Gemstones (2009)   

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

Mohs Hardness
2.5-3   
6-6.5   

Chemical Composition
Pb 5Cu 2(SO 4) 3(CO 3)(OH) 6Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)   
Ca 2(Mg,Fe) 5(OH) 2Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references   

Optical Properties >>
<< Astrology

Caledonite and Nephrite Chemical Formula

While comparing Caledonite and Nephrite 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 Nephrite chemical formula.

Compare Blue Gemstones

Caledonite and Nephrite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Caledonite and Nephrite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Caledonite and Nephrite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Caledonite is 2.90-3.10 whereas that of Nephrite is 2.90-3.10.

Blue Gemstones

Blue Gemstones


Compare Blue Gemstones