Forsterite and Analcime Physical Properties

Forsterite and Analcime Chemical Formula

While comparing Forsterite and Analcime 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 Forsterite and Analcime chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Forsterite- Mg 2SiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
• Chemical formula of Analcime- NaAlSi 2O 6 · H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references

Forsterite and Analcime Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Forsterite and Analcime Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Forsterite and Analcime Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Forsterite is 2.24-2.29 whereas that of Analcime is 2.24-2.29.