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Peridot and Wavellite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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insoluble
1.3 Durability
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Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
1.54-1.55
2.36
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal
Uneven, Subconchoidal, UnevenArthur Thomas, Fibrous
1.6 Cleavage
Poor
[110] perfect, [101] good, [010] distinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.5-7
3.5-4
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Mg,Fe)2SiO4
Al 3(PO 4) 2(OH,F) 3 · 5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Peridot and Wavellite Chemical Formula

While comparing Peridot and Wavellite 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 Wavellite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Peridot- (Mg,Fe)2SiO4
  • Chemical formula of Wavellite- Al 3(PO 4) 2(OH,F) 3 · 5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Peridot and Wavellite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Peridot and Wavellite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Peridot and Wavellite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Peridot is 2.36 whereas that of Wavellite is 2.36.