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Piemontite and Caledonite Physical Properties


Caledonite and Piemontite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
Brittle   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
Not Available   
5.6-5.76   

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

Cleavage
[001] good, [100] distinct   
[001] perfect; [100] distinct   

Mohs Hardness
6-6.5   
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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Piemontite and Caledonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Piemontite 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 Piemontite and Caledonite chemical formula.

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Piemontite and Caledonite Specific Gravity

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

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