Tsavorite Garnet and Hackmanite Physical Properties

Tsavorite Garnet and Hackmanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Tsavorite Garnet and Hackmanite 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 Hackmanite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Tsavorite Garnet- Ca₃Al₂Si₃O₁₂
• Chemical formula of Hackmanite- Na 8Al 6Si 6O 24Cl 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Tsavorite Garnet and Hackmanite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Tsavorite Garnet and Hackmanite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Tsavorite Garnet and Hackmanite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Tsavorite Garnet is 2.27-2.33 whereas that of Hackmanite is 2.27-2.33.