Amazonite and Forsterite Physical Properties

Amazonite and Forsterite Chemical Formula

While comparing Amazonite 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 Amazonite and Forsterite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Amazonite- KAlSi₃O₈
• Chemical formula of Forsterite- Mg 2SiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Amazonite and Forsterite Specific Gravity

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