Hyacinth and Peridot Physical Properties

Hyacinth

Peridot

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.93-4.731.54-1.55

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

Conchoidal

1.6 Cleavage

Not Available

Poor

1.7 Mohs Hardness

6.5-7.56.5-7

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

ZrSiO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

(Mg,Fe)₂SiO₄

Hyacinth and Peridot Chemical Formula

While comparing Hyacinth 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 Hyacinth and Peridot chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Hyacinth- ZrSiO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Chemical formula of Peridot- (Mg,Fe)₂SiO₄

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Hyacinth and Peridot Specific Gravity

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