Peridot and Norbergite Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
1.54-1.55
  
3.177
  
Fracture
Conchoidal
  
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle
  
Cleavage
Poor
  
{???} Distinct
  
Mohs Hardness
6.5-7
  
6-6.5
  
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.