Tsavorite and Richterite Physical Properties

Tsavorite and Richterite Chemical Formula

While comparing Tsavorite and Richterite 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 Richterite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Tsavorite- Ca3Al2(SiO4)3
• Chemical formula of Richterite- Na(CaNa)(Mg,Fe++)5(Si8O22)(OH)2

Tsavorite and Richterite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Tsavorite and Richterite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Tsavorite and Richterite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Tsavorite is 3.0-3.5 whereas that of Richterite is 3.0-3.5.