Tsavorite and Zincite Physical Properties

Tsavorite and Zincite Chemical Formula

While comparing Tsavorite and Zincite 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 Zincite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Tsavorite- Ca3Al2(SiO4)3
• Chemical formula of Zincite- (Zn,Mn2+ )OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Tsavorite and Zincite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Tsavorite and Zincite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Tsavorite and Zincite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Tsavorite is 5.50-5.90 whereas that of Zincite is 5.50-5.90.