Tanzanite and Hibonite Physical Properties

Tanzanite and Hibonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Tanzanite and Hibonite 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 Hibonite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Tanzanite- Ca₂Al₃(SiO₄)₃(OH)
• Chemical formula of Hibonite- (Ca,Ce)(Al,Ti,Mg)12O19

Tanzanite and Hibonite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Tanzanite and Hibonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Tanzanite and Hibonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Tanzanite is 3.84 whereas that of Hibonite is 3.84.