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Prase and Caledonite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.64-2.695.6-5.76
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Gems, Sixth Edition (2006), Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Uneven, UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
1.6 Cleavage
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[001] perfect; [100] distinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
72.5-3
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
SiO 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Pb 5Cu 2(SO 4) 3(CO 3)(OH) 6Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Prase and Caledonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Prase 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 Prase and Caledonite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Prase- SiO 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Caledonite- Pb 5Cu 2(SO 4) 3(CO 3)(OH) 6Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Prase and Caledonite Specific Gravity

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