Thomsonite and Forsterite Physical Properties

Thomsonite and Forsterite Chemical Formula

While comparing Thomsonite 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 Thomsonite and Forsterite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Thomsonite- NaCa 2Al 5Si 5O 20 · 6H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
• Chemical formula of Forsterite- Mg 2SiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Thomsonite and Forsterite Specific Gravity

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