Olivine

(Mg,Fe)2SiO4

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Olivine is a group of silicate minerals common in Earth's mantle and in mafic and ultramafic igneous rocks. The gem variety is called peridot. Olivine is one of the first minerals to crystallize from a cooling basaltic magma.

Кристаллическая система Orthorhombic
Класс минерала 09 Silicates
Твёрдость по Моосу 6.5-7.0
Удельный вес 3.22-4.39
Цвет Green, yellow-green, olive green
Блеск Vitreous
Черта Colorless
Спайность Poor
Излом Conchoidal
Прозрачность Transparent
Кристаллический облик Granular, prismatic

Твёрдость по Моосу

Mohs Hardness: 6,5 – 7,0
1 Soft10 Hard

Кристаллическая система

Orthorhombic

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hardness of Olivine?
Olivine has a Mohs hardness of 6.5-7.0.
What crystal system does Olivine belong to?
Olivine crystallizes in the Orthorhombic crystal system.
What color is Olivine?
Olivine is typically Green, yellow-green, olive green.
What type of luster does Olivine have?
Olivine exhibits a Vitreous luster.
What is the chemical formula of Olivine?
The chemical formula of Olivine is (Mg,Fe)2SiO4.