Onyx and Peridot Physical Properties

Onyx

Peridot

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

2.55-2.70

1.54-1.55

1.5 Fracture

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Conchoidal

1.6 Cleavage

Indiscernible

Poor

1.7 Mohs Hardness

6.5-7

1.8 Chemical Composition

SiO₂

(Mg,Fe)₂SiO₄

Onyx and Peridot Chemical Formula

While comparing Onyx 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 Onyx and Peridot chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Onyx- SiO₂
Chemical formula of Peridot- (Mg,Fe)₂SiO₄

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Onyx and Peridot Specific Gravity

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