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Peridot and Halite Physical Properties

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Physical Properties

Tenacity

Solubility

Durability

Specific Gravity

Fracture

Cleavage

Mohs Hardness

Chemical Composition

 
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-
1.54-1.55
Conchoidal
Poor
6.5-7
(Mg,Fe)2SiO4
 
Brittle
Water-soluble
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2.17
Conchoidal
Perfect {001}, three directions cubic
2.0-2.5
NaCl

Peridot and Halite Chemical Formula

While comparing Peridot and Halite 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 Halite chemical formula.

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Peridot and Halite Specific Gravity

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