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Anorthite and Peridot Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.77
1.54-1.55
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect [001] good [010] poor [110]
Poor
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-6.5
6.5-7
1.8 Chemical Composition
CaAl 2Si 2O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
(Mg,Fe)2SiO4

Anorthite and Peridot Chemical Formula

While comparing Anorthite 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 Anorthite and Peridot chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Anorthite- CaAl 2Si 2O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Peridot- (Mg,Fe)2SiO4

Anorthite and Peridot Specific Gravity

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