Goshenite and Peridot Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
2.60-2.90
  
1.54-1.55
  
Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
  
Conchoidal
  
Cleavage
3,1 basal
  
Poor
  
Mohs Hardness
7.5-8
  
6.5-7
  
Chemical Composition
Be3Al2SiO6
  
(Mg,Fe)2SiO4
  
Goshenite and Peridot Chemical Formula
While comparing Goshenite 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 Goshenite and Peridot chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Goshenite- Be3Al2SiO6
- Chemical formula of Peridot- (Mg,Fe)2SiO4
Goshenite and Peridot Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Goshenite and Peridot Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Goshenite and Peridot Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Goshenite is 1.54-1.55 whereas that of Peridot is 1.54-1.55.