Tsavorite and Hanksite Physical Properties

Tsavorite and Hanksite Chemical Formula

While comparing Tsavorite and Hanksite 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 Hanksite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Tsavorite- Ca3Al2(SiO4)3
• Chemical formula of Hanksite- KNa22(SO4)9(CO3)2Cl

Tsavorite and Hanksite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Tsavorite and Hanksite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Tsavorite and Hanksite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Tsavorite is 2.562 whereas that of Hanksite is 2.562.