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Caledonite and Nickeline Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
5.6-5.76
Not Available
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
Conchoidal, Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
[001] perfect; [100] distinct
{1010} Imperfect, {0001} Imperfect
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2.5-3
5-5.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Pb 5Cu 2(SO 4) 3(CO 3)(OH) 6Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
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Caledonite and Nickeline Chemical Formula

While comparing Caledonite and Nickeline 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 Nickeline 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 Nickeline Specific Gravity

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