Powellite and Diopside Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
4.23
3.22-3.40
Fracture
UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
Conchoidal, UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Brittle, Conchoidal
Cleavage
{111} Distinct
Distinct/good on {110}
Chemical Composition
CaMoO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
CaMgSi2O6
Powellite and Diopside Chemical Formula
While comparing Powellite 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 Powellite and Diopside chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Powellite- CaMoO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
- Chemical formula of Diopside- CaMgSi2O6
Powellite and Diopside Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Powellite and Diopside Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Powellite and Diopside Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Powellite is 3.22-3.40 whereas that of Diopside is 3.22-3.40.