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Anorthite and Diopside Physical Properties


Diopside and Anorthite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
Brittle   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.77   
3.22-3.40   

Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   
Conchoidal, UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Brittle, Conchoidal   

Cleavage
Perfect [001] good [010] poor [110]   
Distinct/good on {110}   

Mohs Hardness
6-6.5   
5-6   

Chemical Composition
CaAl 2Si 2O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   
CaMgSi2O6   

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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.

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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.

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