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Peridot and Hurlbutite 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
2.90
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal
ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
Poor
None
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.5-7
6
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Mg,Fe)2SiO4
CaBe 2(PO 4) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Peridot and Hurlbutite Chemical Formula

While comparing Peridot and Hurlbutite 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 Hurlbutite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Peridot- (Mg,Fe)2SiO4
  • Chemical formula of Hurlbutite- CaBe 2(PO 4) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Peridot and Hurlbutite Specific Gravity

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