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Diamond and Caledonite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Soluble
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.50-3.53
5.6-5.76
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Conchoidal, Brittle
Uneven, UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
1.6 Cleavage
111 (perfect in four directions)
[001] perfect; [100] distinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
10
2.5-3
1.8 Chemical Composition
C
Pb 5Cu 2(SO 4) 3(CO 3)(OH) 6Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Diamond and Caledonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Diamond 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 Diamond and Caledonite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Diamond- C
  • Chemical formula of Caledonite- Pb 5Cu 2(SO 4) 3(CO 3)(OH) 6Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Diamond and Caledonite Specific Gravity

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