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Aragonite and Peridot Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
Dilute acid
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.93-2.96
1.54-1.55
1.5 Fracture
Subconchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
Distinct on {010}, imperfect {110} and {011}
Poor
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5-4
6.5-7
1.8 Chemical Composition
CaCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
(Mg,Fe)2SiO4

Aragonite and Peridot Chemical Formula

While comparing Aragonite 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 Aragonite and Peridot chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Aragonite- CaCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Peridot- (Mg,Fe)2SiO4

Aragonite and Peridot Specific Gravity

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

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