Californite and Andalusite Physical Properties

Californite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

3.32-3.473.05-3.21

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Not Available

Uneven, Subconchoidal, Uneven, Subconchoidal, Splintery, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

1.6 Cleavage

Not Available

Good on {110}, poor on {100}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

Not Available7.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Ca 10Mg 2Al 4(SiO 4) 5(Si 2O 7) 2(OH) 4Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Al 2SiO 5Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references

Californite and Andalusite Chemical Formula

While comparing Californite and Andalusite 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 Californite and Andalusite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Californite- Ca 10Mg 2Al 4(SiO 4) 5(Si 2O 7) 2(OH) 4Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
Chemical formula of Andalusite- Al 2SiO 5Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references

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Californite and Andalusite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Californite and Andalusite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Californite and Andalusite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Californite is 3.05-3.21 whereas that of Andalusite is 3.05-3.21.