Tsavorite and Arfvedsonite Physical Properties

Tsavorite and Arfvedsonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Tsavorite and Arfvedsonite 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 Tsavorite and Arfvedsonite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Tsavorite- Ca3Al2(SiO4)3
• Chemical formula of Arfvedsonite- NaNa2(Fe++4Fe+++)Si8O22(OH)2

Tsavorite and Arfvedsonite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Tsavorite and Arfvedsonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Tsavorite and Arfvedsonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Tsavorite is 3.3-3.5 whereas that of Arfvedsonite is 3.3-3.5.