Selenite and Forsterite Physical Properties

Selenite and Forsterite Chemical Formula

While comparing Selenite and Forsterite 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 Selenite and Forsterite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Selenite- CaSO4·2H2O
• Chemical formula of Forsterite- Mg 2SiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Selenite and Forsterite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Selenite and Forsterite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Selenite and Forsterite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Selenite is 3.23-3.26 whereas that of Forsterite is 3.23-3.26.