Smaragdite and Tsavorite Physical Properties

Smaragdite and Tsavorite Chemical Formula

While comparing Smaragdite 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 Smaragdite and Tsavorite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Smaragdite- NaCa2(Al,Fe)3Si6O18(OH)4
• Chemical formula of Tsavorite- Ca3Al2(SiO4)3

Smaragdite and Tsavorite Specific Gravity

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