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Peridot and Natrolite 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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Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
1.54-1.55
2.20-2.26
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal
Uneven, Brittle, Metallic, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
Poor
Perfect on {110}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.5-7
5-5.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Mg,Fe)2SiO4
Na 2[Al 2Si 3O 10] · 2H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Peridot and Natrolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Peridot and Natrolite 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 Natrolite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Peridot- (Mg,Fe)2SiO4
  • Chemical formula of Natrolite- Na 2[Al 2Si 3O 10] · 2H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Peridot and Natrolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Peridot and Natrolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Peridot and Natrolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Peridot is 2.20-2.26 whereas that of Natrolite is 2.20-2.26.