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Pietersite and Caledonite Physical Properties


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Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Brittle   

Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
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5.6-5.76   

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

Cleavage
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[001] perfect; [100] distinct   

Mohs Hardness
5   
2.5-3   

Chemical Composition
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Pb 5Cu 2(SO 4) 3(CO 3)(OH) 6Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)   

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Pietersite and Caledonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Pietersite 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 Pietersite and Caledonite chemical formula.

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Pietersite and Caledonite Specific Gravity

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

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