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Peridot and Nosean 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
2.30-2.40
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
Poor
{110} Perfect
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.5-7
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1.8 Chemical Composition
(Mg,Fe)2SiO4
Na 8Al 6Si 6O 24(SO 4) · H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)

Peridot and Nosean Chemical Formula

While comparing Peridot and Nosean 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 Nosean chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Peridot- (Mg,Fe)2SiO4
  • Chemical formula of Nosean- Na 8Al 6Si 6O 24(SO 4) · H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)

Peridot and Nosean Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Peridot and Nosean Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Peridot and Nosean Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Peridot is 2.30-2.40 whereas that of Nosean is 2.30-2.40.