Forsterite and Citrine Physical Properties

Forsterite and Citrine Chemical Formula

While comparing Forsterite and Citrine 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 Citrine chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Forsterite- Mg 2SiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
• Chemical formula of Citrine- SiO₂

Forsterite and Citrine Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Forsterite and Citrine Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Forsterite and Citrine Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Forsterite is 2.65 whereas that of Citrine is 2.65.