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Thulite and Peridot Physical Properties


Peridot and Thulite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.1   
1.54-1.55   

Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   
Conchoidal   

Cleavage
Perfect {010} imperfect {100}   
Poor   

Mohs Hardness
6-7   
6.5-7   

Chemical Composition
Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)   
(Mg,Fe)2SiO4   

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Thulite and Peridot Chemical Formula

While comparing Thulite 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 Thulite and Peridot chemical formula.

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Thulite and Peridot Specific Gravity

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

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