Californite and Liddicoatite Physical Properties

Californite and Liddicoatite Chemical Formula

While comparing Californite and Liddicoatite 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 Liddicoatite 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 Liddicoatite- Ca(Li 2Al)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Californite and Liddicoatite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Californite and Liddicoatite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Californite and Liddicoatite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Californite is 3.02 whereas that of Liddicoatite is 3.02.