Peridot and Parisite Physical Properties

Peridot and Parisite Chemical Formula

While comparing Peridot and Parisite 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 Parisite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Peridot- (Mg,Fe)₂SiO₄
• Chemical formula of Parisite- Ca(Nd,Ce,La) 2(CO 3) 3F 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Peridot and Parisite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Peridot and Parisite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Peridot and Parisite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Peridot is 4.33-4.42 whereas that of Parisite is 4.33-4.42.