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Peridot and Norbergite 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
3.177
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
Poor
{???} Distinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.5-7
6-6.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Mg,Fe)2SiO4
Mg 3(SiO 4)(F,OH) 2Anthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)

Peridot and Norbergite Chemical Formula

While comparing Peridot and Norbergite 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 Norbergite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Peridot- (Mg,Fe)2SiO4
  • Chemical formula of Norbergite- Mg 3(SiO 4)(F,OH) 2Anthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)

Peridot and Norbergite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Peridot and Norbergite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Peridot and Norbergite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Peridot is 3.177 whereas that of Norbergite is 3.177.