Flint and Tanzanite Physical Properties

Flint and Tanzanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Flint 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 Flint and Tanzanite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Flint- SiO2
• Chemical formula of Tanzanite- Ca₂Al₃(SiO₄)₃(OH)

Flint and Tanzanite Specific Gravity

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