Forsterite and Gahnite Physical Properties

Forsterite and Gahnite Chemical Formula

While comparing Forsterite and Gahnite 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 Gahnite chemical formula.

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

Forsterite and Gahnite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Forsterite and Gahnite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Forsterite and Gahnite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Forsterite is 4.00-4.62 whereas that of Gahnite is 4.00-4.62.