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Star diopside and Danburite Physical Properties


Danburite 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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2.97-3.03   

Fracture
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Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Conchoidal, Brittle   

Cleavage
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{001} Poor   

Mohs Hardness
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7   

Chemical Composition
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CaB 2(SiO 4) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references   

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Star diopside and Danburite Chemical Formula

While comparing Star diopside and Danburite 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 Danburite chemical formula.

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Star diopside and Danburite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Star diopside and Danburite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Star diopside and Danburite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Star diopside is 2.97-3.03 whereas that of Danburite is 2.97-3.03.

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