Caledonite and Witherite Physical Properties
Tenacity
Brittle
Not Available
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
5.6-5.76
4.27-4.35
Fracture
Uneven, UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
Cleavage
[001] perfect; [100] distinct
{010} Distinct
Mohs Hardness
2.5-3
3-3.5
Chemical Composition
Pb 5Cu 2(SO 4) 3(CO 3)(OH) 6Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
BaCO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Caledonite and Witherite Chemical Formula
While comparing Caledonite and Witherite 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 Witherite 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 Witherite- BaCO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Caledonite and Witherite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Caledonite and Witherite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Caledonite and Witherite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Caledonite is 4.27-4.35 whereas that of Witherite is 4.27-4.35.