Tavorite and Zincite Physical Properties

Tavorite and Zincite Chemical Formula

While comparing Tavorite and Zincite 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 Zincite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Tavorite- LiFe3+ (PO 4)(OH)Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
• Chemical formula of Zincite- (Zn,Mn2+ )OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Tavorite and Zincite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Tavorite and Zincite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Tavorite and Zincite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Tavorite is 5.50-5.90 whereas that of Zincite is 5.50-5.90.