Painite | |
Chemical Formula |
CaZrAl9O15(BO3) |
Species |
Oxides & Hydroxides |
Crystal System |
Hexagonal |
Mohs Scale |
8 |
Specific Gravity |
4.01 |
Color |
Red, brownish, orange-red |
Streak |
White |
Luster |
Vitreous |
Refractive Index |
n = 1.816 n = 1.788 |
Diaphaneity |
Transparent |
Crystal Habit:Elongated crystals, pseudo-orthorhombic |