Hollandite and Tanzanite Physical Properties

Hollandite and Tanzanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hollandite 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 Hollandite and Tanzanite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Hollandite- Ba(Mn++++,Mn++)8O16
• Chemical formula of Tanzanite- Ca₂Al₃(SiO₄)₃(OH)

Hollandite and Tanzanite Specific Gravity

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