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Strontianite and Caledonite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.63-3.79
5.6-5.76
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
Uneven, UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
1.6 Cleavage
{110} Good
[001] perfect; [100] distinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5
2.5-3
1.8 Chemical Composition
SrCO 3Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
Pb 5Cu 2(SO 4) 3(CO 3)(OH) 6Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Strontianite and Caledonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Strontianite 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 Strontianite and Caledonite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Strontianite- SrCO 3Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Caledonite- Pb 5Cu 2(SO 4) 3(CO 3)(OH) 6Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Strontianite and Caledonite Specific Gravity

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