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Peridot and Marialite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
1.54-1.55
2.50
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
Poor
Distinct on {100} and {110}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.5-7
5.5-6
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Mg,Fe)2SiO4
3NaAlSi 3O 8 · NaClAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Peridot and Marialite Chemical Formula

While comparing Peridot and Marialite 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 Marialite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Peridot- (Mg,Fe)2SiO4
  • Chemical formula of Marialite- 3NaAlSi 3O 8 · NaClAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Peridot and Marialite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Peridot and Marialite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Peridot and Marialite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Peridot is 2.50 whereas that of Marialite is 2.50.