Forsterite and Wernerite Physical Properties

Forsterite and Wernerite Chemical Formula

While comparing Forsterite and Wernerite 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 Wernerite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Forsterite- Mg 2SiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
• Chemical formula of Wernerite- Na 4(Al,Si) 12O 24Cl to Ca 4(Si,Al) 12O 24(CO 3,SO 4)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Forsterite and Wernerite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Forsterite and Wernerite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Forsterite and Wernerite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Forsterite is 2.50-2.80 whereas that of Wernerite is 2.50-2.80.