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Peridot and Titanite Physical Properties

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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
3.48-3.60
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal
Sub-Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
Poor
Distinct on [110], parting on {221}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.5-7
5-5.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Mg,Fe)2SiO4
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Peridot and Titanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Peridot and Titanite 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 Titanite chemical formula.

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

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Peridot and Titanite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Peridot and Titanite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Peridot is 3.48-3.60 whereas that of Titanite is 3.48-3.60.