Peridot and Phosphosiderite Physical Properties

Peridot

Phosphosiderite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

1.54-1.552.74-2.76

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Conchoidal

UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Uneven

1.6 Cleavage

Poor

{010} Perfect, {001} Distinct

1.7 Mohs Hardness

6.5-73.5-4

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

(Mg,Fe)₂SiO₄

Fe3+ PO 4 · 2H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)

Peridot and Phosphosiderite Chemical Formula

While comparing Peridot and Phosphosiderite 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 Phosphosiderite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Peridot- (Mg,Fe)₂SiO₄
Chemical formula of Phosphosiderite- Fe3+ PO 4 · 2H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)

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Peridot and Phosphosiderite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Peridot and Phosphosiderite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Peridot and Phosphosiderite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Peridot is 2.74-2.76 whereas that of Phosphosiderite is 2.74-2.76.