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Peridot and Boleite Physical Properties

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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
1.54-1.55
5.05
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal
Uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
Poor
[001] perfect
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.5-7
3-3.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Mg,Fe)2SiO4
Pb 26Ag 10Cu 24Cl 62(OH) 48 · 3H 2OWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Peridot and Boleite Chemical Formula

While comparing Peridot and Boleite 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 Boleite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Peridot- (Mg,Fe)2SiO4
  • Chemical formula of Boleite- Pb 26Ag 10Cu 24Cl 62(OH) 48 · 3H 2OWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Peridot and Boleite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Peridot and Boleite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Peridot and Boleite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Peridot is 5.05 whereas that of Boleite is 5.05.