Forsterite and Papagoite Physical Properties

Forsterite and Papagoite Chemical Formula

While comparing Forsterite and Papagoite 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 Papagoite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Forsterite- Mg 2SiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
• Chemical formula of Papagoite- CaCuAlSi 2O 6(OH) 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Forsterite and Papagoite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Forsterite and Papagoite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Forsterite and Papagoite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Forsterite is 3.25 whereas that of Papagoite is 3.25.