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Realgar and Peridot Physical Properties


Peridot and Realgar Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.56   
1.54-1.55   

Fracture
(e.g. graphite).   
Conchoidal   

Cleavage
{010} Good   
Poor   

Mohs Hardness
Not Available   
6.5-7   

Chemical Composition
AsSMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   
(Mg,Fe)2SiO4   

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Realgar and Peridot Chemical Formula

While comparing Realgar 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 Realgar and Peridot chemical formula.

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Realgar and Peridot Specific Gravity

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

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