Forsterite

Refraction indexes

Ng = 1. 670

Nm = 1. 651

Np = 1. 635

Properties Parameter unitValues

Crystal dimensions,

Length

Diameter mm

100

25

Lattice: Rhombic

Unit cell parameters 25Aa = 4. 77

b = 10. 28

c = 6. 00



Refraction indexes Ng = 1. 670

Nm = 1. 651

Np = 1. 635



Density g/ cm33. 217

Mohs hardness 7

Axial characteristics Biaxial

Melting point oC1895

Density of energy J/ cm22

Absorption cross section cm21. 88 ? 1018

Thermal expansion coefficient 9. 5 ? 10- 6

Thermal conductivityW/ cmoK0. 08 (300oK)