Peridot and Goshenite Physical Properties

Peridot

Goshenite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

1.54-1.552.60-2.90

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Conchoidal

ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

1.6 Cleavage

Poor

3,1 basal

1.7 Mohs Hardness

6.5-77.5-8

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

(Mg,Fe)₂SiO₄

Be₃Al₂SiO₆

Peridot and Goshenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Peridot and Goshenite 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 Goshenite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Peridot- (Mg,Fe)₂SiO₄
Chemical formula of Goshenite- Be₃Al₂SiO₆

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Peridot and Goshenite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Peridot and Goshenite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Peridot and Goshenite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Peridot is 2.60-2.90 whereas that of Goshenite is 2.60-2.90.