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Peridot and Chambersite Physical Properties

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
3.50
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
Poor
None
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.5-7
7
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Mg,Fe)2SiO4
Mn 3B 7O 13ClMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Peridot and Chambersite Chemical Formula

While comparing Peridot and Chambersite 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 Chambersite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Peridot- (Mg,Fe)2SiO4
  • Chemical formula of Chambersite- Mn 3B 7O 13ClMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Peridot and Chambersite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Peridot and Chambersite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Peridot and Chambersite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Peridot is 3.50 whereas that of Chambersite is 3.50.