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Peridot and Colemanite 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
2.40-2.42
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal
Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
Poor
{010} Perfect, {001} Distinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.5-7
4.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Mg,Fe)2SiO4
Ca 2B 6O 11 · 5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Peridot and Colemanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Peridot and Colemanite 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 Colemanite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Peridot- (Mg,Fe)2SiO4
  • Chemical formula of Colemanite- Ca 2B 6O 11 · 5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Peridot and Colemanite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Peridot and Colemanite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Peridot and Colemanite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Peridot is 2.40-2.42 whereas that of Colemanite is 2.40-2.42.