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Peridot and Zinnwaldite Physical Properties


Zinnwaldite and Peridot Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Elastic   

Solubility
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Not Available   

Durability
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Not Available   

Specific Gravity
1.54-1.55   
2.9-3.1   

Fracture
Conchoidal   
Uneven   

Cleavage
Poor   
Perfect basal {001}   

Mohs Hardness
6.5-7   
3.5-4.0   

Chemical Composition
(Mg,Fe)2SiO4   
Not Available   

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Peridot and Zinnwaldite Chemical Formula

While comparing Peridot and Zinnwaldite 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 Zinnwaldite chemical formula.

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Peridot and Zinnwaldite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Peridot and Zinnwaldite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Peridot and Zinnwaldite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Peridot is 2.9-3.1 whereas that of Zinnwaldite is 2.9-3.1.

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