Caledonite and Shigaite Physical Properties

Caledonite

Shigaite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Brittle

Moderately ﬂexible

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

5.6-5.762.32

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven, UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Flexible Flexible fragments.

1.6 Cleavage

[001] perfect; [100] distinct

Perfect on {0001}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

2.5-32

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Pb 5Cu 2(SO 4) 3(CO 3)(OH) 6Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Not Available

Caledonite and Shigaite Chemical Formula

While comparing Caledonite and Shigaite 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 Shigaite 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 Shigaite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Caledonite and Shigaite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Caledonite and Shigaite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Caledonite is 2.32 whereas that of Shigaite is 2.32.