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Californite and Gyrolite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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Not Available
1.3 Durability
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Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.32-3.47
2.48
1.5 Fracture
Not Available
Brittle, Uneven, Brittle, Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
Not Available
Perfect on {001}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
Not Available
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1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca 10Mg 2Al 4(SiO 4) 5(Si 2O 7) 2(OH) 4Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
NaCa16Si23AlO60(OH)8•64(H2O)

Californite and Gyrolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Californite and Gyrolite 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 Gyrolite 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 Gyrolite- NaCa16Si23AlO60(OH)8•64(H2O)

Californite and Gyrolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Californite and Gyrolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Californite and Gyrolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Californite is 2.48 whereas that of Gyrolite is 2.48.