Californite and Barite Physical Properties

Californite and Barite Chemical Formula

While comparing Californite and Barite 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 Barite 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 Barite- BaSO4

Californite and Barite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Californite and Barite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Californite and Barite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Californite is 4.48 whereas that of Barite is 4.48.