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Olivine Technical Properties

Olivine Technical Properties

A Natural Mineral. A Strong Technical Character.

With its high melting point, hardness and chemical structure, olivine is a natural mineral preferred in a wide range of industrial applications.

Chemical Composition

Chemical FormulaMg₂SiO₄ (Forsterite)
MgO%42–46
SiO₂%39–42
Fe₂O₃%7–9
Al₂O₃%1
CaO%1
L.O.I.Max. 2%

Physical Properties

ColourGreyish Green
Specific Gravity3.2 g/cm³
Grain ShapeAngular
Hardness6.5–7 Mohs
Melting Point1750–1800°C
Initial Sintering1450°C
pH7,5–8
Loss on Ignition%2
Free SilicaNone
Soluble SaltsNone
1750–1800°CMelting Point
6,5–7Mohs Hardness
3.2 g/cm³Specific Gravity
%42–46MgO

Product technical data sheets

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