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Hexagonite and Peridot Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
Not Available
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.98-3.031.54-1.55
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven
Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
[110] perfect; [010] distinct
Poor
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-66.5-7
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca 2Mg 5Si 8O 22(OH) 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
(Mg,Fe)2SiO4

Hexagonite and Peridot Chemical Formula

While comparing Hexagonite 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 Hexagonite and Peridot chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Hexagonite- Ca 2Mg 5Si 8O 22(OH) 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
  • Chemical formula of Peridot- (Mg,Fe)2SiO4

Hexagonite and Peridot Specific Gravity

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