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Tsavorite Garnet and Dravite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.63.03-3.18
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
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Uneven, Uneven, Irregular, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
None
{???} Indistinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7-7.57-7.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca3Al2Si3O12
Na(Mg 3)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Tsavorite Garnet and Dravite Chemical Formula

While comparing Tsavorite Garnet and Dravite 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 Garnet and Dravite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Tsavorite Garnet- Ca3Al2Si3O12
  • Chemical formula of Dravite- Na(Mg 3)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Tsavorite Garnet and Dravite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Tsavorite Garnet and Dravite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Tsavorite Garnet and Dravite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Tsavorite Garnet is 3.03-3.18 whereas that of Dravite is 3.03-3.18.