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Chambersite and Peridot Physical Properties


Peridot and Chambersite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.50   
1.54-1.55   

Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Uneven   
Conchoidal   

Cleavage
None   
Poor   

Mohs Hardness
7   
6.5-7   

Chemical Composition
Mn 3B 7O 13ClMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   
(Mg,Fe)2SiO4   

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Chambersite and Peridot Chemical Formula

While comparing Chambersite 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 Chambersite and Peridot chemical formula.

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Chambersite and Peridot Specific Gravity

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

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