Sugilite and Tsavorite Physical Properties

Sugilite and Tsavorite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sugilite 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 Sugilite and Tsavorite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Sugilite- KNa 2(Fe3+ ,Mn3+ ,Al) 2Li 3Si 12O 30Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
• Chemical formula of Tsavorite- Ca3Al2(SiO4)3

Sugilite and Tsavorite Specific Gravity

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