Goldstone and Caledonite Physical Properties

Goldstone

Caledonite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

Brittle

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

2.50-2.805.6-5.76

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

torn surfaces, (e.g. fractured metals).

Uneven, UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

1.6 Cleavage

None

[001] perfect; [100] distinct

1.7 Mohs Hardness

62.5-3

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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

Goldstone and Caledonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Goldstone 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 Goldstone and Caledonite chemical formula.

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

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Goldstone and Caledonite Specific Gravity

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