Forsterite and Ettringite Physical Properties

Forsterite and Ettringite Chemical Formula

While comparing Forsterite and Ettringite 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 Ettringite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Forsterite- Mg 2SiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
• Chemical formula of Ettringite- Ca 6Al 2(SO 4) 3(OH) 12 26H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Forsterite and Ettringite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Forsterite and Ettringite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Forsterite and Ettringite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Forsterite is 1.77 whereas that of Ettringite is 1.77.