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Hyacinth and Caledonite Physical Properties


Caledonite and Hyacinth Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Brittle   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.93-4.73   
5.6-5.76   

Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   
Uneven, UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001)   

Cleavage
Not Available   
[001] perfect; [100] distinct   

Mohs Hardness
6.5-7.5   
2.5-3   

Chemical Composition
ZrSiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   
Pb 5Cu 2(SO 4) 3(CO 3)(OH) 6Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)   

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Hyacinth and Caledonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hyacinth 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 Hyacinth and Caledonite chemical formula.

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Hyacinth and Caledonite Specific Gravity

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

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