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Chrysoprase and Tsavorite Physical Properties


Tsavorite and Chrysoprase Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.58-2.64  
3.55-3.73  

Fracture
-  
-  

Cleavage
None  
Indiscernible  

Mohs Hardness
6.5-7  
7-7.5  

Chemical Composition
SiO2 (with a high level of nickel impurities )  
Ca3Al2(SiO4)3  

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Chrysoprase and Tsavorite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chrysoprase 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 Chrysoprase and Tsavorite chemical formula.

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Chrysoprase and Tsavorite Specific Gravity

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

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