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Forsterite and Variscite 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
3.23-3.262.42-2.58
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle
Conchoidal, Splintery, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on {010} imperfect on {100}
[010] perfect
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.5-74-5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Mg 2SiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
AlPO4 · 2(H2O)

Forsterite and Variscite Chemical Formula

While comparing Forsterite and Variscite 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 Variscite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Forsterite- Mg 2SiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Variscite- AlPO4 · 2(H2O)

Forsterite and Variscite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Forsterite and Variscite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Forsterite and Variscite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Forsterite is 2.42-2.58 whereas that of Variscite is 2.42-2.58.