Pearl and Caledonite Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
2.60-2.85
5.6-5.76
Fracture
Gemstones of the world (2001), UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
Uneven, UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
Cleavage
none
[001] perfect; [100] distinct
Mohs Hardness
2.5-4.5
2.5-3
Chemical Composition
Not Available
Pb 5Cu 2(SO 4) 3(CO 3)(OH) 6Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
Pearl and Caledonite Chemical Formula
While comparing Pearl 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 Pearl and Caledonite chemical formula.
>- Chemical formula of Caledonite- Pb 5Cu 2(SO 4) 3(CO 3)(OH) 6Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
Pearl and Caledonite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Pearl and Caledonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Pearl and Caledonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Pearl is 5.6-5.76 whereas that of Caledonite is 5.6-5.76.