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Diopside and Bixbite Physical Properties


Bixbite and Diopside Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.22-3.40  
-9999  

Fracture
Conchoidal  
-  

Cleavage
Distinct/good on {110}  
Indiscernible  

Mohs Hardness
5-6  
7.5  

Chemical Composition
CaMgSi2O6  
Be3Al2(SiO3)6  

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Diopside and Bixbite Chemical Formula

While comparing Diopside and Bixbite 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 Diopside and Bixbite chemical formula.

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Diopside and Bixbite Specific Gravity

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

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