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Scorzalite and Peridot Physical Properties


Peridot and Scorzalite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.31   
1.54-1.55   

Fracture
Uneven   
Conchoidal   

Cleavage
{110} Good   
Poor   

Mohs Hardness
5.5-6   
6.5-7   

Chemical Composition
(Fe2+ ,Mg)Al 2(PO 4) 2(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   
(Mg,Fe)2SiO4   

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Scorzalite and Peridot Chemical Formula

While comparing Scorzalite 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 Scorzalite and Peridot chemical formula.

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Scorzalite and Peridot Specific Gravity

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

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