Vesuvianite and Uvite Physical Properties

Vesuvianite and Uvite Chemical Formula

While comparing Vesuvianite 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 Vesuvianite and Uvite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Vesuvianite- Ca10(Mg,Fe)2Al4(SiO4)5(Si2O7)2(OH)4
• Chemical formula of Uvite- Ca(Mg 3)MgAl 5(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Vesuvianite and Uvite Specific Gravity

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