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Bustamite and Peridot Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
Partly soluble in HCl.
Not Available
1.3 Durability
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Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.32-3.43
1.54-1.55
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
{100} perfect; {110} and {1 1 0} good; {010} poor
Poor
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.5-6
6.5-7
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Ca,Mn2+ )Si 3O 9Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
(Mg,Fe)2SiO4

Bustamite and Peridot Chemical Formula

While comparing Bustamite 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 Bustamite and Peridot chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Bustamite- (Ca,Mn2+ )Si 3O 9Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Peridot- (Mg,Fe)2SiO4

Bustamite and Peridot Specific Gravity

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