Home
Gemstones


Californite and Barite Physical Properties


Barite and Californite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.32-3.47   
4.48   

Fracture
Not Available   
Uneven   

Cleavage
Not Available   
{010} Perfect, {210} Perfect, {010} Imperfect   

Mohs Hardness
Not Available   
3-3.5   

Chemical Composition
Ca 10Mg 2Al 4(SiO 4) 5(Si 2O 7) 2(OH) 4Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.   
BaSO4   

Optical Properties >>
<< Astrology

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.

Compare Gems Found in USA

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.

Gems Found in USA

Gems Found in USA


Compare Gems Found in USA