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Peridot and Arfvedsonite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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Not Available
1.3 Durability
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Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
1.54-1.55
3.3-3.5
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal
Uneven, Brittle, Metallic, Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
Poor
Perfect on [110]
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.5-7
5-6
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Mg,Fe)2SiO4
NaNa2(Fe++4Fe+++)Si8O22(OH)2

Peridot and Arfvedsonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Peridot and Arfvedsonite 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 Arfvedsonite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Peridot- (Mg,Fe)2SiO4
  • Chemical formula of Arfvedsonite- NaNa2(Fe++4Fe+++)Si8O22(OH)2

Peridot and Arfvedsonite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Peridot and Arfvedsonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Peridot and Arfvedsonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Peridot is 3.3-3.5 whereas that of Arfvedsonite is 3.3-3.5.