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Prehnite and Peridot Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.80-2.95
1.54-1.55
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Yellow, White, UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Brittle, Metallic
Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
Distinct on [001]
Poor
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-6.5
6.5-7
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca2Al2Si3O12(OH)
(Mg,Fe)2SiO4

Prehnite and Peridot Chemical Formula

While comparing Prehnite 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 Prehnite and Peridot chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Prehnite- Ca2Al2Si3O12(OH)
  • Chemical formula of Peridot- (Mg,Fe)2SiO4

Prehnite and Peridot Specific Gravity

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

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