Rubellite Tourmaline and Caledonite Physical Properties

Rubellite Tourmaline

Caledonite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

Brittle

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

Not Available5.6-5.76

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Not Available

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

1.6 Cleavage

None

[001] perfect; [100] distinct

1.7 Mohs Hardness

2.5-32.5-3

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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

Rubellite Tourmaline and Caledonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Rubellite Tourmaline 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 Rubellite Tourmaline and Caledonite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Rubellite Tourmaline- Ag
Chemical formula of Caledonite- Pb 5Cu 2(SO 4) 3(CO 3)(OH) 6Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

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Rubellite Tourmaline and Caledonite Specific Gravity

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