Chiastolite and Californite Physical Properties

Chiastolite and Californite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chiastolite and Californite 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 Chiastolite and Californite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Chiastolite- Al 2SiO 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006)
• Chemical formula of Californite- Ca 10Mg 2Al 4(SiO 4) 5(Si 2O 7) 2(OH) 4Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Chiastolite and Californite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chiastolite and Californite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chiastolite and Californite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chiastolite is 3.32-3.47 whereas that of Californite is 3.32-3.47.