Riebeckite and Tsavorite Physical Properties

Riebeckite and Tsavorite Chemical Formula

While comparing Riebeckite 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 Riebeckite and Tsavorite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Riebeckite- Na2Fe2+3Fe3+2Si8O22(OH)2
• Chemical formula of Tsavorite- Ca3Al2(SiO4)3

Riebeckite and Tsavorite Specific Gravity

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