Tavorite and Smaragdite Physical Properties

Tavorite and Smaragdite Chemical Formula

While comparing Tavorite and Smaragdite 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 Smaragdite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Tavorite- LiFe3+ (PO 4)(OH)Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
• Chemical formula of Smaragdite- NaCa2(Al,Fe)3Si6O18(OH)4

Tavorite and Smaragdite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Tavorite and Smaragdite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Tavorite and Smaragdite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Tavorite is 3.24-3.50 whereas that of Smaragdite is 3.24-3.50.