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Peridot and Schultenite 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
1.54-1.555.943-6.07
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal
Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
Poor
{010} Good
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.5-72.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Mg,Fe)2SiO4
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Peridot and Schultenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Peridot and Schultenite 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 Schultenite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Peridot- (Mg,Fe)2SiO4
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Peridot and Schultenite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Peridot and Schultenite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Peridot and Schultenite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Peridot is 5.943-6.07 whereas that of Schultenite is 5.943-6.07.