Diopside and Phenakite Physical Properties
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
3.22-3.40
2.90-2.98
Fracture
Conchoidal, UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Brittle, Conchoidal
Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001), Brittle
Cleavage
Distinct/good on {110}
Distinct on {11 2 0}, imperfect on {10 1 1}
Chemical Composition
CaMgSi2O6
Be 2SiO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Diopside and Phenakite Chemical Formula
While comparing Diopside and Phenakite 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 Phenakite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Diopside- CaMgSi2O6
- Chemical formula of Phenakite- Be 2SiO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Diopside and Phenakite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Diopside and Phenakite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Diopside and Phenakite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Diopside is 2.90-2.98 whereas that of Phenakite is 2.90-2.98.