Tanzanite and Magnesite Physical Properties

Tanzanite and Magnesite Chemical Formula

While comparing Tanzanite and Magnesite 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 Magnesite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Tanzanite- Ca₂Al₃(SiO₄)₃(OH)
• Chemical formula of Magnesite- MgCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Tanzanite and Magnesite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Tanzanite and Magnesite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Tanzanite and Magnesite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Tanzanite is 2.92-3.12 whereas that of Magnesite is 2.92-3.12.