Tavorite and Chlorite group Physical Properties

Tavorite and Chlorite group Chemical Formula

While comparing Tavorite and Chlorite group 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 Tavorite and Chlorite group chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Tavorite- LiFe3+ (PO 4)(OH)Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
• Chemical formula of Chlorite group- (Mg,Fe)3(Si,Al)4O10(OH)2·(Mg,Fe)3(OH)6

Tavorite and Chlorite group Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Tavorite and Chlorite group Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Tavorite and Chlorite group Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Tavorite is 2.6-3.3 whereas that of Chlorite group is 2.6-3.3.