Tanzanite and Aquamarine Physical Properties

Tanzanite and Aquamarine Chemical Formula

While comparing Tanzanite and Aquamarine 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 Tanzanite and Aquamarine chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Tanzanite- Ca₂Al₃(SiO₄)₃(OH)
• Chemical formula of Aquamarine- Be₃Al₂SiO₆

Tanzanite and Aquamarine Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Tanzanite and Aquamarine Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Tanzanite and Aquamarine Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Tanzanite is 2.66-2.80 whereas that of Aquamarine is 2.66-2.80.