Paraiba and Californite Physical Properties

Paraiba and Californite Chemical Formula

While comparing Paraiba 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 Paraiba and Californite chemical formula.

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• Chemical formula of Californite- Ca 10Mg 2Al 4(SiO 4) 5(Si 2O 7) 2(OH) 4Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Paraiba and Californite Specific Gravity

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