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Caledonite and Precious Opal Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
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Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
5.6-5.76
1.98-2.25
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
1.6 Cleavage
[001] perfect; [100] distinct
Not Available
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2.5-3
5-6.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Pb 5Cu 2(SO 4) 3(CO 3)(OH) 6Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
SiO 2 · nH 2OGemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Caledonite and Precious Opal Chemical Formula

While comparing Caledonite and Precious Opal 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 Precious Opal 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 Precious Opal- SiO 2 · nH 2OGemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Caledonite and Precious Opal Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Caledonite and Precious Opal Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Caledonite and Precious Opal Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Caledonite is 1.98-2.25 whereas that of Precious Opal is 1.98-2.25.