Tektite and Tsavorite Physical Properties

Tektite and Tsavorite Chemical Formula

While comparing Tektite and Tsavorite 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 Tektite and Tsavorite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Tektite- SiO2, Al2O3, FeO, MgO, CaO, K2O, Na2O
• Chemical formula of Tsavorite- Ca3Al2(SiO4)3

Tektite and Tsavorite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Tektite and Tsavorite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Tektite and Tsavorite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Tektite is 3.55-3.73 whereas that of Tsavorite is 3.55-3.73.