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Diopside and Idocrase Physical Properties


Idocrase and Diopside Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.22-3.40   
Not Available   

Fracture
Conchoidal, UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Brittle, Conchoidal   
Not Available   

Cleavage
Distinct/good on {110}   
Not Available   

Mohs Hardness
5-6   
Not Available   

Chemical Composition
CaMgSi2O6   
Not Available   

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Diopside and Idocrase Chemical Formula

While comparing Diopside and Idocrase 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 Idocrase chemical formula.

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Diopside and Idocrase Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Diopside and Idocrase Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Diopside and Idocrase Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Diopside is Not Available whereas that of Idocrase is Not Available.

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