Pezzotaite and Vesuvianite Physical Properties

Pezzotaite and Vesuvianite Chemical Formula

While comparing Pezzotaite and Vesuvianite 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 Pezzotaite and Vesuvianite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Pezzotaite- Cs(Be2Li)Al2Si6O18
• Chemical formula of Vesuvianite- Ca10(Mg,Fe)2Al4(SiO4)5(Si2O7)2(OH)4

Pezzotaite and Vesuvianite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Pezzotaite and Vesuvianite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Pezzotaite and Vesuvianite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Pezzotaite is 3.32-3.43 whereas that of Vesuvianite is 3.32-3.43.