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Ekanite and Diopside Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.28-3.323.22-3.40
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Uneven
Conchoidal, UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Brittle, Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
{101} Distinct
Distinct/good on {110}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-6.55-6
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
ThCa 2Si 8O 20Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
CaMgSi2O6

Ekanite and Diopside Chemical Formula

While comparing Ekanite 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 Ekanite and Diopside chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Ekanite- ThCa 2Si 8O 20Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Diopside- CaMgSi2O6

Ekanite and Diopside Specific Gravity

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