Cavansite and Elbaite Physical Properties

Cavansite and Elbaite Chemical Formula

While comparing Cavansite and Elbaite 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 Cavansite and Elbaite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Cavansite- Ca(VO)Si4O10•4(H2O)
• Chemical formula of Elbaite- Na(Li 1.5Al 1.5)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012) More from other references

Cavansite and Elbaite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Cavansite and Elbaite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Cavansite and Elbaite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Cavansite is 2.90-3.10 whereas that of Elbaite is 2.90-3.10.