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Anorthite and Diopside Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.77
3.22-3.40
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Conchoidal, UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Brittle, Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect [001] good [010] poor [110]
Distinct/good on {110}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-6.5
5-6
1.8 Chemical Composition
CaAl 2Si 2O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
CaMgSi2O6

Anorthite and Diopside Chemical Formula

While comparing Anorthite 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 Anorthite and Diopside chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Anorthite- CaAl 2Si 2O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Diopside- CaMgSi2O6

Anorthite and Diopside Specific Gravity

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