Richterite and Tsavorite Physical Properties

Richterite and Tsavorite Chemical Formula

While comparing Richterite 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 Richterite and Tsavorite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Richterite- Na(CaNa)(Mg,Fe++)5(Si8O22)(OH)2
• Chemical formula of Tsavorite- Ca3Al2(SiO4)3

Richterite and Tsavorite Specific Gravity

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