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Caledonite and Smithsonite Physical Properties


Smithsonite and Caledonite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
Brittle   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
5.6-5.76   
4.00-4.65   

Fracture
Uneven, UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001)   
Uneven, Sub-Conchoidal, UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Brittle, Metallic   

Cleavage
[001] perfect; [100] distinct   
Perfect on [1011]   

Mohs Hardness
2.5-3   
5-5.5   

Chemical Composition
Pb 5Cu 2(SO 4) 3(CO 3)(OH) 6Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)   
ZnCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references   

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Caledonite and Smithsonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Caledonite and Smithsonite 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 Smithsonite chemical formula.

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Caledonite and Smithsonite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Caledonite and Smithsonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Caledonite and Smithsonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Caledonite is 4.00-4.65 whereas that of Smithsonite is 4.00-4.65.

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