Peridot and Padparadscha Physical Properties

Peridot and Padparadscha Chemical Formula

While comparing Peridot and Padparadscha 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 Padparadscha chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Peridot- (Mg,Fe)₂SiO₄
• Chemical formula of Padparadscha- Al 2O 3Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Peridot and Padparadscha Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Peridot and Padparadscha Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Peridot and Padparadscha Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Peridot is 3.95-4.10 whereas that of Padparadscha is 3.95-4.10.