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Peridot and Pyrargyrite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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Not Available
1.3 Durability
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Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
1.54-1.55
5.85
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal
Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
Poor
Distinct on {10 1 1}, imperfect on {01 1 2}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.5-7
2.5-3
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Mg,Fe)2SiO4
Ag 3SbS 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Peridot and Pyrargyrite Chemical Formula

While comparing Peridot and Pyrargyrite 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 Pyrargyrite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Peridot- (Mg,Fe)2SiO4
  • Chemical formula of Pyrargyrite- Ag 3SbS 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Peridot and Pyrargyrite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Peridot and Pyrargyrite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Peridot and Pyrargyrite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Peridot is 5.85 whereas that of Pyrargyrite is 5.85.