Peridot and Tsavorite Physical Properties

Peridot and Tsavorite Chemical Formula

While comparing Peridot 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 Peridot and Tsavorite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Peridot- (Mg,Fe)₂SiO₄
• Chemical formula of Tsavorite- Ca3Al2(SiO4)3

Peridot and Tsavorite Specific Gravity

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