Californite and Chiastolite Physical Properties

Californite and Chiastolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Californite and Chiastolite 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 Chiastolite 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 Chiastolite- Al 2SiO 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006)

Californite and Chiastolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Californite and Chiastolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Californite and Chiastolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Californite is 3.00-3.15 whereas that of Chiastolite is 3.00-3.15.