Tsavorite Garnet and Uvite Physical Properties

Tsavorite Garnet and Uvite Chemical Formula

While comparing Tsavorite Garnet and Uvite 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 Uvite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Tsavorite Garnet- Ca₃Al₂Si₃O₁₂
• Chemical formula of Uvite- Ca(Mg 3)MgAl 5(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Tsavorite Garnet and Uvite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Tsavorite Garnet and Uvite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Tsavorite Garnet and Uvite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Tsavorite Garnet is 2.97-3.14 whereas that of Uvite is 2.97-3.14.