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Peridot and Caledonite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
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
5.6-5.76
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal
Uneven, UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
1.6 Cleavage
Poor
[001] perfect; [100] distinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.5-7
2.5-3
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Mg,Fe)2SiO4
Pb 5Cu 2(SO 4) 3(CO 3)(OH) 6Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Peridot and Caledonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Peridot and Caledonite 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 Caledonite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Peridot- (Mg,Fe)2SiO4
  • Chemical formula of Caledonite- Pb 5Cu 2(SO 4) 3(CO 3)(OH) 6Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Peridot and Caledonite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Peridot and Caledonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Peridot and Caledonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Peridot is 5.6-5.76 whereas that of Caledonite is 5.6-5.76.