Dioptase and Kmmererite Physical Properties

Dioptase and Kmmererite Chemical Formula

While comparing Dioptase and Kmmererite 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 Dioptase and Kmmererite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Dioptase- CuSiO 2(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
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Dioptase and Kmmererite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Dioptase and Kmmererite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Dioptase and Kmmererite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Dioptase is 2.60-2.64 whereas that of Kmmererite is 2.60-2.64.