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Forsterite and Nuummite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.23-3.26
3.18-3.37
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle
Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on {010} imperfect on {100}
Perfect on 210
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.5-7
5.5-6
1.8 Chemical Composition
Mg 2SiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
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Forsterite and Nuummite Chemical Formula

While comparing Forsterite and Nuummite 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 Nuummite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Forsterite- Mg 2SiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
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Forsterite and Nuummite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Forsterite and Nuummite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Forsterite and Nuummite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Forsterite is 3.18-3.37 whereas that of Nuummite is 3.18-3.37.