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Peridot and Jasper 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
2.58-2.91
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal
Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Gemstones of the world (2001)
1.6 Cleavage
Poor
Indiscernible
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.5-7
6.5-7
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Mg,Fe)2SiO4
SiO2

Peridot and Jasper Chemical Formula

While comparing Peridot and Jasper 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 Jasper chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Peridot- (Mg,Fe)2SiO4
  • Chemical formula of Jasper- SiO2

Peridot and Jasper Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Peridot and Jasper Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Peridot and Jasper Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Peridot is 2.58-2.91 whereas that of Jasper is 2.58-2.91.

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