Sillimanite and Forsterite Physical Properties

Sillimanite and Forsterite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sillimanite 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 Sillimanite and Forsterite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Sillimanite- Al 2SiO 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
• Chemical formula of Forsterite- Mg 2SiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Sillimanite and Forsterite Specific Gravity

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