Bort and Tanzanite Physical Properties

Bort and Tanzanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Bort and Tanzanite 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 Bort and Tanzanite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Bort- C
• Chemical formula of Tanzanite- Ca₂Al₃(SiO₄)₃(OH)

Bort and Tanzanite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Bort and Tanzanite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Bort and Tanzanite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Bort is 3.35 whereas that of Tanzanite is 3.35.