Forsterite and Boleite Physical Properties

Forsterite and Boleite Chemical Formula

While comparing Forsterite and Boleite 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 Boleite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Forsterite- Mg 2SiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
• Chemical formula of Boleite- Pb 26Ag 10Cu 24Cl 62(OH) 48 · 3H 2OWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Forsterite and Boleite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Forsterite and Boleite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Forsterite and Boleite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Forsterite is 5.05 whereas that of Boleite is 5.05.