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Forsterite and Bixbite Physical Properties


Bixbite and Forsterite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.23-3.26   
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Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle   
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Cleavage
Perfect on {010} imperfect on {100}   
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Mohs Hardness
6.5-7   
7.5   

Chemical Composition
Mg 2SiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   
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Forsterite and Bixbite Chemical Formula

While comparing Forsterite and Bixbite 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 Bixbite chemical formula.

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Forsterite and Bixbite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Forsterite and Bixbite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Forsterite and Bixbite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Forsterite is Not Available whereas that of Bixbite is Not Available.

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