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Feldspar and Caledonite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.56-2.755.6-5.76
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Uneven, Conchoidal, Gemstones of the world (2001)
Uneven, UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
1.6 Cleavage
two or three
[001] perfect; [100] distinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-6.52.5-3
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Not Available
Pb 5Cu 2(SO 4) 3(CO 3)(OH) 6Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Feldspar and Caledonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Feldspar 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 Feldspar and Caledonite chemical formula.

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

Feldspar and Caledonite Specific Gravity

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