Prismatine and Caledonite Physical Properties

Prismatine and Caledonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Prismatine 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 Prismatine and Caledonite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Prismatine- Zn3(AsO4)2(H2O)
• Chemical formula of Caledonite- Pb 5Cu 2(SO 4) 3(CO 3)(OH) 6Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Prismatine and Caledonite Specific Gravity

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