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Canadian Ammolite and Caledonite Physical Properties


Caledonite and Canadian Ammolite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Brittle   

Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
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5.6-5.76   

Fracture
Not Available   
Uneven, UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001)   

Cleavage
None   
[001] perfect; [100] distinct   

Mohs Hardness
4-4.5   
2.5-3   

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

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Canadian Ammolite and Caledonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Canadian Ammolite and Caledonite 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 Canadian Ammolite and Caledonite chemical formula.

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Canadian Ammolite and Caledonite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Canadian Ammolite and Caledonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Canadian Ammolite and Caledonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Canadian Ammolite is 5.6-5.76 whereas that of Caledonite is 5.6-5.76.

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