Californite and Prasiolite Physical Properties

Californite and Prasiolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Californite and Prasiolite 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 Prasiolite 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 Prasiolite- SiO 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Californite and Prasiolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Californite and Prasiolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Californite and Prasiolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Californite is 2.65 whereas that of Prasiolite is 2.65.