Forsterite and Uvarovite Garnet Physical Properties

Forsterite and Uvarovite Garnet Chemical Formula

While comparing Forsterite and Uvarovite Garnet 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 Uvarovite Garnet chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Forsterite- Mg 2SiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
• Chemical formula of Uvarovite Garnet- Ca₃Cr₂Si₃O₁₂

Forsterite and Uvarovite Garnet Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Forsterite and Uvarovite Garnet Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Forsterite and Uvarovite Garnet Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Forsterite is 3.7-3.8 whereas that of Uvarovite Garnet is 3.7-3.8.