Tanzanite and Phenakite Physical Properties

Tanzanite and Phenakite Chemical Formula

While comparing Tanzanite and Phenakite 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 Phenakite chemical formula.

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

Tanzanite and Phenakite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Tanzanite and Phenakite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Tanzanite and Phenakite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Tanzanite is 2.90-2.98 whereas that of Phenakite is 2.90-2.98.