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Beudantite and Peridot Physical Properties


Peridot and Beudantite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Not Available   

Solubility
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Durability
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Not Available   

Specific Gravity
4.48   
1.54-1.55   

Fracture
Brittle, Metallic, Brittle, Metallic   
Conchoidal   

Cleavage
distinct; good on {0001}   
Poor   

Mohs Hardness
3.5-4.5   
6.5-7   

Chemical Composition
PbFe+++3(AsO4)(SO4)(OH)6   
(Mg,Fe)2SiO4   

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Beudantite and Peridot Chemical Formula

While comparing Beudantite 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 Beudantite and Peridot chemical formula.

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Beudantite and Peridot Specific Gravity

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

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