Tsavorite and Clinozoisite Physical Properties

Tsavorite and Clinozoisite Chemical Formula

While comparing Tsavorite and Clinozoisite 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 Clinozoisite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Tsavorite- Ca3Al2(SiO4)3
• Chemical formula of Clinozoisite- Ca 2Al 3(SiO 4) 3(OH)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Tsavorite and Clinozoisite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Tsavorite and Clinozoisite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Tsavorite and Clinozoisite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Tsavorite is 3.21-3.38 whereas that of Clinozoisite is 3.21-3.38.