Meionite and Diamond Physical Properties

Meionite

Diamond

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

Soluble

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

2.783.50-3.53

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle

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

1.6 Cleavage

{???} Distinct, {???} Indistinct

111 (perfect in four directions)

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5-610

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

3CaAl 2Si 2O 8 · CaCO 3Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Meionite and Diamond Chemical Formula

While comparing Meionite and Diamond 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 Meionite and Diamond chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Meionite- 3CaAl 2Si 2O 8 · CaCO 3Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
Chemical formula of Diamond- C

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Meionite and Diamond Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Meionite and Diamond Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Meionite and Diamond Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Meionite is 3.50-3.53 whereas that of Diamond is 3.50-3.53.