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Zircon and Peridot Physical Properties


Peridot and Zircon Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
Not Available   

Solubility
insoluble   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.93-4.73   
1.54-1.55   

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

Cleavage
{110} and {111}   
Poor   

Mohs Hardness
7.5   
6.5-7   

Chemical Composition
ZrSiO4   
(Mg,Fe)2SiO4   

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Zircon and Peridot Chemical Formula

While comparing Zircon 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 Zircon and Peridot chemical formula.

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Zircon and Peridot Specific Gravity

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

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