Alexandrite and Peridot Physical Properties

Alexandrite

Peridot

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.69-3.811.54-1.55

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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Conchoidal

1.6 Cleavage

1,1 ; 3,2.

Poor

1.7 Mohs Hardness

8.56.5-7

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

BeAl ₂ O ₄

(Mg,Fe)₂SiO₄

Alexandrite and Peridot Chemical Formula

While comparing Alexandrite and Peridot 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 Alexandrite and Peridot chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Alexandrite- BeAl ₂ O ₄
Chemical formula of Peridot- (Mg,Fe)₂SiO₄

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Alexandrite and Peridot Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Alexandrite and Peridot Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Alexandrite and Peridot Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Alexandrite is 1.54-1.55 whereas that of Peridot is 1.54-1.55.