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Xonotlite and Forsterite Physical Properties


Forsterite and Xonotlite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.71-2.72  
3.23-3.26  

Fracture
Fibrous  
Conchoidal  

Cleavage
{???} Good  
Perfect on {010} imperfect on {100}  

Mohs Hardness
6-6.5  
6.5-7  

Chemical Composition
Ca 6Si 6O 17(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)  
Mg 2SiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)  

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Xonotlite and Forsterite Chemical Formula

While comparing Xonotlite 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 Xonotlite and Forsterite chemical formula.

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Xonotlite and Forsterite Specific Gravity

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

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