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Peridot and Rutile Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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Insoluble in acids
1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
1.54-1.55
4.20-4.30
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal
Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
Poor
{110} good, 100 moderate, parting on {092} and {011}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.5-7
6-6.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Mg,Fe)2SiO4
TiO 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Peridot and Rutile Chemical Formula

While comparing Peridot and Rutile 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 Rutile chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Peridot- (Mg,Fe)2SiO4
  • Chemical formula of Rutile- TiO 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Peridot and Rutile Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Peridot and Rutile Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Peridot and Rutile Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Peridot is 4.20-4.30 whereas that of Rutile is 4.20-4.30.

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