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Caledonite and Smoky Quartz Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
5.6-5.76
2.65
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
1.6 Cleavage
[001] perfect; [100] distinct
{0110} Indistinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2.5-3
7
1.8 Chemical Composition
Pb 5Cu 2(SO 4) 3(CO 3)(OH) 6Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
SiO2

Caledonite and Smoky Quartz Chemical Formula

While comparing Caledonite and Smoky Quartz 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 Smoky Quartz 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 Smoky Quartz- SiO2

Caledonite and Smoky Quartz Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Caledonite and Smoky Quartz Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Caledonite and Smoky Quartz Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Caledonite is 2.65 whereas that of Smoky Quartz is 2.65.