Citrine and Peridot Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
2.65
  
1.54-1.55
  
Fracture
ConchoidalMichael OâDonoghue, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006), Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  
Conchoidal
  
Cleavage
Indiscernible
  
Poor
  
Mohs Hardness
7
  
6.5-7
  
Chemical Composition
SiO2
  
(Mg,Fe)2SiO4
  
Citrine and Peridot Chemical Formula
While comparing Citrine 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 Citrine and Peridot chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Citrine- SiO2
- Chemical formula of Peridot- (Mg,Fe)2SiO4
Citrine and Peridot Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Citrine and Peridot Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Citrine and Peridot Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Citrine is 1.54-1.55 whereas that of Peridot is 1.54-1.55.