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Peridot and Hibschite Physical Properties

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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
3.05-3.08
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal
Uneven, Uneven, Irregular, Management Team (2012), Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
Poor
None
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.5-7
6.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Mg,Fe)2SiO4
Ca 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3-x(OH) 4x (x=0.2 to 1.5)Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Peridot and Hibschite Chemical Formula

While comparing Peridot and Hibschite 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 Hibschite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Peridot- (Mg,Fe)2SiO4
  • Chemical formula of Hibschite- Ca 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3-x(OH) 4x (x=0.2 to 1.5)Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Peridot and Hibschite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Peridot and Hibschite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Peridot and Hibschite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Peridot is 3.05-3.08 whereas that of Hibschite is 3.05-3.08.