Forsterite and Oligoclase Physical Properties

Forsterite and Oligoclase Chemical Formula

While comparing Forsterite and Oligoclase 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 Oligoclase chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Forsterite- Mg 2SiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
• Chemical formula of Oligoclase- Na(90-70%)Ca(10-30%)(Al,Si)AlSi 2O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Forsterite and Oligoclase Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Forsterite and Oligoclase Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Forsterite and Oligoclase Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Forsterite is 2.62-2.67 whereas that of Oligoclase is 2.62-2.67.