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Forsterite and Sphene Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.4 Solubility
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1.6 Durability
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1.8 Specific Gravity
3.23-3.26
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1.9 Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle
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1.11 Cleavage
Perfect on {010} imperfect on {100}
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1.13 Mohs Hardness
6.5-7
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1.15 Chemical Composition
Mg 2SiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
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Forsterite and Sphene Chemical Formula

While comparing Forsterite and Sphene 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 Sphene chemical formula.

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

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Forsterite and Sphene Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Forsterite and Sphene Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Forsterite is Not Available whereas that of Sphene is Not Available.