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Peridot and Strontianite 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
1.54-1.55
3.63-3.79
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
Poor
{110} Good
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.5-7
3.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Mg,Fe)2SiO4
SrCO 3Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Peridot and Strontianite Chemical Formula

While comparing Peridot and Strontianite 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 Strontianite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Peridot- (Mg,Fe)2SiO4
  • Chemical formula of Strontianite- SrCO 3Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Peridot and Strontianite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Peridot and Strontianite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Peridot and Strontianite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Peridot is 3.63-3.79 whereas that of Strontianite is 3.63-3.79.