Peridot and Opal Physical Properties

Peridot and Opal Chemical Formula

While comparing Peridot and Opal 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 Opal chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Peridot- (Mg,Fe)₂SiO₄
• Chemical formula of Opal- SiO₂ · nH₂O

Peridot and Opal Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Peridot and Opal Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Peridot and Opal Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Peridot is 1.98-2.25 whereas that of Opal is 1.98-2.25.