Tanzanite and Hodgkinsonite Physical Properties

Tanzanite and Hodgkinsonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Tanzanite and Hodgkinsonite 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 Hodgkinsonite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Tanzanite- Ca₂Al₃(SiO₄)₃(OH)
• Chemical formula of Hodgkinsonite- Mn2+ Zn 2SiO 4(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Tanzanite and Hodgkinsonite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Tanzanite and Hodgkinsonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Tanzanite and Hodgkinsonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Tanzanite is 4.06-4.08 whereas that of Hodgkinsonite is 4.06-4.08.