Rhyolite and Tsavorite Physical Properties

Rhyolite and Tsavorite Chemical Formula

While comparing Rhyolite 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 Rhyolite and Tsavorite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Rhyolite- 70% SiO2, Al2O3, Na2O, K2O
• Chemical formula of Tsavorite- Ca3Al2(SiO4)3

Rhyolite and Tsavorite Specific Gravity

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