Clintonite and Tsavorite Physical Properties

Clintonite and Tsavorite Chemical Formula

While comparing Clintonite 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 Clintonite and Tsavorite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Clintonite- Ca(Mg,Al)3(Al3Si)O10(OH)2
• Chemical formula of Tsavorite- Ca3Al2(SiO4)3

Clintonite and Tsavorite Specific Gravity

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