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Zincite and Peridot Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
5.50-5.90
1.54-1.55
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
On {10 1 0}, perfect; parting on {000 1 }
Poor
1.7 Mohs Hardness
4
6.5-7
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Zn,Mn2+ )OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
(Mg,Fe)2SiO4

Zincite and Peridot Chemical Formula

While comparing Zincite 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 Zincite and Peridot chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Zincite- (Zn,Mn2+ )OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Peridot- (Mg,Fe)2SiO4

Zincite and Peridot Specific Gravity

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

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