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Forsterite and Diamond Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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Soluble
1.3 Durability
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Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.23-3.26
3.50-3.53
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle
Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on {010} imperfect on {100}
111 (perfect in four directions)
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.5-7
10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Mg 2SiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
C

Forsterite and Diamond Chemical Formula

While comparing Forsterite and Diamond 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 Diamond chemical formula.

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

Forsterite and Diamond Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Forsterite and Diamond Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Forsterite and Diamond Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Forsterite is 3.50-3.53 whereas that of Diamond is 3.50-3.53.