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Peridot and Stolzite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
1.54-1.55
2
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal
Conchoidal, Uneven, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
Poor
Imperfect on {001}, indistinct on {011}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.5-7
2.5-3
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Mg,Fe)2SiO4
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Peridot and Stolzite Chemical Formula

While comparing Peridot and Stolzite 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 Stolzite chemical formula.

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

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Peridot and Stolzite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Peridot and Stolzite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Peridot is 2 whereas that of Stolzite is 2.