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Achroite and Chrome Diopside Physical Properties


Chrome Diopside and Achroite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.90-3.40  
3.22-3.40  

Fracture
Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann  
Conchoidal  

Cleavage
Indiscernible  
1,2 prismatic.  

Mohs Hardness
7-7.5  
5-6  

Chemical Composition
Na(Li 1.5Al 1.5)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012) Formula given for elbaite.  
(Ca,Cr)MgSi 2O 6Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)  

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Achroite and Chrome Diopside Chemical Formula

While comparing Achroite and Chrome Diopside 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 Achroite and Chrome Diopside chemical formula.

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Achroite and Chrome Diopside Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Achroite and Chrome Diopside Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Achroite and Chrome Diopside Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Achroite is 3.22-3.40 whereas that of Chrome Diopside is 3.22-3.40.

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