Phosgenite and Diopside Physical Properties
Solubility
Soluble
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
6.13
3.22-3.40
Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), (e.g. graphite).
Conchoidal, UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Brittle, Conchoidal
Cleavage
Distinct on {001} and {110}, indistinct on {100}
Distinct/good on {110}
Chemical Composition
Pb 2(CO 3)Cl 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
CaMgSi2O6
Phosgenite and Diopside Chemical Formula
While comparing Phosgenite 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 Phosgenite and Diopside chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Phosgenite- Pb 2(CO 3)Cl 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
- Chemical formula of Diopside- CaMgSi2O6
Phosgenite and Diopside Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Phosgenite and Diopside Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Phosgenite and Diopside Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Phosgenite is 3.22-3.40 whereas that of Diopside is 3.22-3.40.