Prase and Peridot Physical Properties

Prase and Peridot Chemical Formula

While comparing Prase and Peridot 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 Prase and Peridot chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Prase- SiO 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
• Chemical formula of Peridot- (Mg,Fe)₂SiO₄

Prase and Peridot Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Prase and Peridot Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Prase and Peridot Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Prase is 1.54-1.55 whereas that of Peridot is 1.54-1.55.