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Andradite and Diopside Physical Properties


Diopside and Andradite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
Brittle   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.70-4.10   
3.22-3.40   

Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   
Conchoidal, UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Brittle, Conchoidal   

Cleavage
none   
Distinct/good on {110}   

Mohs Hardness
6.5-7   
5-6   

Chemical Composition
Ca 3Fe 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)   
CaMgSi2O6   

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Andradite and Diopside Chemical Formula

While comparing Andradite and 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 Andradite and Diopside chemical formula.

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Andradite and Diopside Specific Gravity

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

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