Peridot and Allanite Physical Properties

Peridot and Allanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Peridot and Allanite 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 Peridot and Allanite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Peridot- (Mg,Fe)₂SiO₄
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Peridot and Allanite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Peridot and Allanite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Peridot and Allanite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Peridot is 3.40-4.20 whereas that of Allanite is 3.40-4.20.