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Star diopside and Andesine Physical Properties


Andesine and Star diopside Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Brittle   

Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
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2.65-2.69   

Fracture
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Uneven, Uneven, Conchoidal, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   

Cleavage
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Perfect on {001}, good on {010}   

Mohs Hardness
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6-6.5   

Chemical Composition
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(Na,Ca)Al1-2Si3-2O8   

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Star diopside and Andesine Chemical Formula

While comparing Star diopside and Andesine 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 Star diopside and Andesine chemical formula.

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Star diopside and Andesine Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Star diopside and Andesine Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Star diopside and Andesine Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Star diopside is 2.65-2.69 whereas that of Andesine is 2.65-2.69.

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