Gypsum and Caledonite Physical Properties

Gypsum and Caledonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Gypsum 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 Gypsum and Caledonite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Gypsum- CaSO 4 -2(H 2O)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
• Chemical formula of Caledonite- Pb 5Cu 2(SO 4) 3(CO 3)(OH) 6Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Gypsum and Caledonite Specific Gravity

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