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Peridot and Rock Crystal Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
1.54-1.552.65
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal
ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001), ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
1.6 Cleavage
Poor
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.5-77
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Mg,Fe)2SiO4
SiO 2Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)

Peridot and Rock Crystal Chemical Formula

While comparing Peridot and Rock Crystal 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 Rock Crystal chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Peridot- (Mg,Fe)2SiO4
  • Chemical formula of Rock Crystal- SiO 2Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)

Peridot and Rock Crystal Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Peridot and Rock Crystal Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Peridot and Rock Crystal Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Peridot is 2.65 whereas that of Rock Crystal is 2.65.