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Caledonite and Rhodolite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Not Available
1.2 Solubility
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Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
5.6-5.76
3.84
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
[001] perfect; [100] distinct
none, may show indistinct parting
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2.5-3
7-7.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Pb 5Cu 2(SO 4) 3(CO 3)(OH) 6Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
(Mg,Fe)3Al2Si3O12

Caledonite and Rhodolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Caledonite and Rhodolite 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 Rhodolite 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 Rhodolite- (Mg,Fe)3Al2Si3O12

Caledonite and Rhodolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Caledonite and Rhodolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Caledonite and Rhodolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Caledonite is 3.84 whereas that of Rhodolite is 3.84.