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Hibschite and Peridot Physical Properties


Peridot and Hibschite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.05-3.08   
1.54-1.55   

Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, Irregular, Management Team (2012), Conchoidal, Brittle   
Conchoidal   

Cleavage
None   
Poor   

Mohs Hardness
6.5   
6.5-7   

Chemical Composition
Ca 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3-x(OH) 4x (x=0.2 to 1.5)Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)   
(Mg,Fe)2SiO4   

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Hibschite and Peridot Chemical Formula

While comparing Hibschite 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 Hibschite and Peridot chemical formula.

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Hibschite and Peridot Specific Gravity

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

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