Forsterite and Gyrolite Physical Properties

Forsterite and Gyrolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Forsterite and Gyrolite 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 Gyrolite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Forsterite- Mg 2SiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
• Chemical formula of Gyrolite- NaCa16Si23AlO60(OH)8•64(H2O)

Forsterite and Gyrolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Forsterite and Gyrolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Forsterite and Gyrolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Forsterite is 2.48 whereas that of Gyrolite is 2.48.