Aragonite and Tsavorite Physical Properties

Aragonite and Tsavorite Chemical Formula

While comparing Aragonite and Tsavorite 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 Aragonite and Tsavorite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Aragonite- CaCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
• Chemical formula of Tsavorite- Ca3Al2(SiO4)3

Aragonite and Tsavorite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Aragonite and Tsavorite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Aragonite and Tsavorite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Aragonite is 3.55-3.73 whereas that of Tsavorite is 3.55-3.73.