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Caledonite and Rosasite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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Effervesces in cold
1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
5.6-5.76
4-4.2
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
Splintery
1.6 Cleavage
[001] perfect; [100] distinct
Perfect on {100} and {010}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2.5-3
4
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 Rosasite Chemical Formula

While comparing Caledonite and Rosasite 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 Rosasite 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 Rosasite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Caledonite and Rosasite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Caledonite and Rosasite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Caledonite is 4-4.2 whereas that of Rosasite is 4-4.2.

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