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Peridot and Hauyne Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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Gelatinises in acids
1.3 Durability
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Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
1.54-1.55
2.4-2.5
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal
Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
Poor
Distinct on {110}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.5-7
5-6
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Mg,Fe)2SiO4
(Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2

Peridot and Hauyne Chemical Formula

While comparing Peridot and Hauyne 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 Hauyne chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Peridot- (Mg,Fe)2SiO4
  • Chemical formula of Hauyne- (Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2

Peridot and Hauyne Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Peridot and Hauyne Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Peridot and Hauyne Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Peridot is 2.4-2.5 whereas that of Hauyne is 2.4-2.5.