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Peridot and Ulexite 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
1.65-1.99
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal
UnevenAnthony et al, Uneven, UnevenAnthony et al, Uneven, Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
Poor
{010} Perfect, {110} Perfect
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.5-7
2-2.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Mg,Fe)2SiO4
NaCaB 5O 6(OH) 6 · 5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Peridot and Ulexite Chemical Formula

While comparing Peridot and Ulexite 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 Ulexite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Peridot- (Mg,Fe)2SiO4
  • Chemical formula of Ulexite- NaCaB 5O 6(OH) 6 · 5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Peridot and Ulexite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Peridot and Ulexite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Peridot and Ulexite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Peridot is 1.65-1.99 whereas that of Ulexite is 1.65-1.99.