Druzy and Diopside Physical Properties

Druzy

Diopside

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

Brittle

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

Not Available3.22-3.40

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Not Available

Conchoidal, UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Brittle, Conchoidal

1.6 Cleavage

None

Distinct/good on {110}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

2.5-35-6

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

CaMgSi₂O₆

Druzy and Diopside Chemical Formula

While comparing Druzy and Diopside 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 Druzy and Diopside chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Druzy- Au
Chemical formula of Diopside- CaMgSi₂O₆

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Druzy and Diopside Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Druzy and Diopside Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Druzy and Diopside Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Druzy is 3.22-3.40 whereas that of Diopside is 3.22-3.40.