Peridot and Scorodite Physical Properties

Peridot

Scorodite

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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

1.54-1.55Not Available

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Conchoidal

Sub-Conchoidal, Splintery

1.6 Cleavage

Poor

{201} Imperfect, {100} Poor, {001} Poor

1.7 Mohs Hardness

6.5-73.5-4

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

(Mg,Fe)₂SiO₄

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Peridot and Scorodite Chemical Formula

While comparing Peridot and Scorodite 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 Scorodite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Peridot- (Mg,Fe)₂SiO₄

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Peridot and Scorodite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Peridot and Scorodite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Peridot and Scorodite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Peridot is Not Available whereas that of Scorodite is Not Available.