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Opal and Caledonite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
BrittleWalter Schumann
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
hot salt water
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
1.98-2.25
5.6-5.76
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Brittle
Uneven, UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
1.6 Cleavage
None
[001] perfect; [100] distinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-6.5
2.5-3
1.8 Chemical Composition
SiO2 · nH2O
Pb 5Cu 2(SO 4) 3(CO 3)(OH) 6Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Opal and Caledonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Opal 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 Opal and Caledonite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Opal- SiO2 · nH2O
  • Chemical formula of Caledonite- Pb 5Cu 2(SO 4) 3(CO 3)(OH) 6Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Opal and Caledonite Specific Gravity

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