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Peridot and Scorodite Physical Properties


Scorodite and Peridot Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
1.54-1.55   
Not Available   

Fracture
Conchoidal   
Sub-Conchoidal, Splintery   

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

Mohs Hardness
6.5-7   
3.5-4   

Chemical Composition
(Mg,Fe)2SiO4   
Not Available   

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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.

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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.

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