Tanzanite and Honey Opal Physical Properties

Tanzanite and Honey Opal Chemical Formula

While comparing Tanzanite and Honey Opal 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 Honey Opal chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Tanzanite- Ca₂Al₃(SiO₄)₃(OH)
• Chemical formula of Honey Opal- SiO 2 · nH 2OWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)

Tanzanite and Honey Opal Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Tanzanite and Honey Opal Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Tanzanite and Honey Opal Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Tanzanite is Not Available whereas that of Honey Opal is Not Available.