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Spessartine and Peridot Physical Properties


Peridot and Spessartine Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
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Solubility
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Not Available   

Durability
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Not Available   

Specific Gravity
4.12-4.18   
1.54-1.55   

Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Conchoidal, Brittle   
Conchoidal   

Cleavage
{???} Distinct   
Poor   

Mohs Hardness
7-7.5   
6.5-7   

Chemical Composition
Mn 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)   
(Mg,Fe)2SiO4   

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Spessartine and Peridot Chemical Formula

While comparing Spessartine 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 Spessartine and Peridot chemical formula.

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Spessartine and Peridot Specific Gravity

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

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