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Lepidocrocite and Caledonite Physical Properties


Caledonite and Lepidocrocite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Brittle   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
4   
5.6-5.76   

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

Cleavage
{010} Perfect   
[001] perfect; [100] distinct   

Mohs Hardness
5   
2.5-3   

Chemical Composition
Not Available   
Pb 5Cu 2(SO 4) 3(CO 3)(OH) 6Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)   

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Lepidocrocite and Caledonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Lepidocrocite 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 Lepidocrocite and Caledonite chemical formula.

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Lepidocrocite and Caledonite Specific Gravity

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

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