Topaz and Peridot Physical Properties

Topaz

Peridot

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.49-3.57

1.54-1.55

1.5 Fracture

Subconchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle

Conchoidal

1.6 Cleavage

[001] Perfect

Poor

1.7 Mohs Hardness

6.5-7

1.8 Chemical Composition

Al₂SiO₄(F,OH)₂

(Mg,Fe)₂SiO₄

Topaz and Peridot Chemical Formula

While comparing Topaz 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 Topaz and Peridot chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Topaz- Al₂SiO₄(F,OH)₂
Chemical formula of Peridot- (Mg,Fe)₂SiO₄

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Topaz and Peridot Specific Gravity

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