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Druzy and Forsterite Physical Properties


Forsterite and Druzy Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
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3.23-3.26   

Fracture
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Conchoidal, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle   

Cleavage
None   
Perfect on {010} imperfect on {100}   

Mohs Hardness
2.5-3   
6.5-7   

Chemical Composition
Au   
Mg 2SiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   

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Druzy and Forsterite Chemical Formula

While comparing Druzy 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 Druzy and Forsterite chemical formula.

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Druzy and Forsterite Specific Gravity

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

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