Diopside and Nephrite Physical Properties
Tenacity
Brittle
Not Available
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
3.22-3.40
2.90-3.10
Fracture
Conchoidal, UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Brittle, Conchoidal
Splintery, Granular, Splintery, Granular, Gemstones (2009)
Cleavage
Distinct/good on {110}
Not Available
Chemical Composition
CaMgSi2O6
Ca 2(Mg,Fe) 5(OH) 2Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
Diopside and Nephrite Chemical Formula
While comparing Diopside and Nephrite 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 Nephrite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Diopside- CaMgSi2O6
- Chemical formula of Nephrite- Ca 2(Mg,Fe) 5(OH) 2Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
Diopside and Nephrite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Diopside and Nephrite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Diopside and Nephrite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Diopside is 2.90-3.10 whereas that of Nephrite is 2.90-3.10.