Strontianite and Tanzanite Physical Properties

Strontianite and Tanzanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Strontianite and Tanzanite 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 Strontianite and Tanzanite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Strontianite- SrCO 3Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
• Chemical formula of Tanzanite- Ca₂Al₃(SiO₄)₃(OH)

Strontianite and Tanzanite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Strontianite and Tanzanite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Strontianite and Tanzanite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Strontianite is 3.35 whereas that of Tanzanite is 3.35.