Caledonite and Pectolite Physical Properties
Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
5.6-5.76
2.74-2.90
Fracture
Uneven, UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
Uneven, Gemstones (2009), Splintery
Cleavage
[001] perfect; [100] distinct
Perfect on {100} and {001}
Mohs Hardness
2.5-3
4.5-5
Chemical Composition
Pb 5Cu 2(SO 4) 3(CO 3)(OH) 6Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
Ca 2NaHSi 3O 9Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
Caledonite and Pectolite Chemical Formula
While comparing Caledonite and Pectolite 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 Pectolite 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 Pectolite- Ca 2NaHSi 3O 9Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
Caledonite and Pectolite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Caledonite and Pectolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Caledonite and Pectolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Caledonite is 2.74-2.90 whereas that of Pectolite is 2.74-2.90.