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Peridotite

Peridotite — reference photo

Peridotite is a rock. It has a Mohs hardness of 5-7 and dull to moderately shiny luster.

Peridotite properties

TypeRock
Mohs hardness5-7
LusterDull to moderately shiny
Typical colorsDark green to black, may contain lighter green olivine
FormationForms from the partial melting of the Earth's mantle
Rarity4 / 10

Mohs hardness 5–7 — hard

1 · Talc5 · Apatite10 · Diamond
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