Vesuvianite and Tsavorite Physical Properties

Vesuvianite and Tsavorite Chemical Formula

While comparing Vesuvianite 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 Vesuvianite and Tsavorite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Vesuvianite- Ca10(Mg,Fe)2Al4(SiO4)5(Si2O7)2(OH)4
• Chemical formula of Tsavorite- Ca3Al2(SiO4)3

Vesuvianite and Tsavorite Specific Gravity

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