Albite and Forsterite Physical Properties

Albite and Forsterite Chemical Formula

While comparing Albite and Forsterite 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 Albite and Forsterite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Albite- NaAlSi 3O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
• Chemical formula of Forsterite- Mg 2SiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Albite and Forsterite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Albite and Forsterite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Albite and Forsterite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Albite is 3.23-3.26 whereas that of Forsterite is 3.23-3.26.