Uvite and Tsavorite Physical Properties

Uvite and Tsavorite Chemical Formula

While comparing Uvite and Tsavorite 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 Uvite and Tsavorite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Uvite- Ca(Mg 3)MgAl 5(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
• Chemical formula of Tsavorite- Ca3Al2(SiO4)3

Uvite and Tsavorite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Uvite and Tsavorite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Uvite and Tsavorite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Uvite is 3.55-3.73 whereas that of Tsavorite is 3.55-3.73.