Lawsonite and Tsavorite Physical Properties

Lawsonite and Tsavorite Chemical Formula

While comparing Lawsonite 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 Lawsonite and Tsavorite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Lawsonite- CaAl2Si2O7(OH)2.H2O
• Chemical formula of Tsavorite- Ca3Al2(SiO4)3

Lawsonite and Tsavorite Specific Gravity

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