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Star diopside and Biotite Physical Properties


Biotite and Star diopside Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
Brittle  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
-9999  
2.7-3.3  

Fracture
-  
Uneven, Even  

Cleavage
Perfect  
Perfect on the {001}  

Mohs Hardness
-9999  
2.5-3.0  

Chemical Composition
CaMgSi2O6  
K(Mg,Fe++)3[AlSi3O10(OH,F)2  

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Star diopside and Biotite Chemical Formula

While comparing Star diopside and Biotite 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 Biotite chemical formula.

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Star diopside and Biotite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Star diopside and Biotite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Star diopside and Biotite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Star diopside is 2.7-3.3 whereas that of Biotite is 2.7-3.3.

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