Tanzanite and Phosphosiderite Physical Properties

Tanzanite and Phosphosiderite Chemical Formula

While comparing Tanzanite and Phosphosiderite 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 Phosphosiderite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Tanzanite- Ca₂Al₃(SiO₄)₃(OH)
• Chemical formula of Phosphosiderite- Fe3+ PO 4 · 2H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)

Tanzanite and Phosphosiderite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Tanzanite and Phosphosiderite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Tanzanite and Phosphosiderite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Tanzanite is 2.74-2.76 whereas that of Phosphosiderite is 2.74-2.76.