Star diopside and Blue John Physical Properties
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
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3.00-3.25
  
Fracture
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Cleavage
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Chemical Composition
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CaF 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  
Star diopside and Blue John Chemical Formula
While comparing Star diopside and Blue John 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 Blue John chemical formula.
>- Chemical formula of Blue John- CaF 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Star diopside and Blue John Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Star diopside and Blue John Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Star diopside and Blue John Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Star diopside is 3.00-3.25 whereas that of Blue John is 3.00-3.25.