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Star diopside and Dolomite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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Poorly soluble in dilute HCl
1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
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2.80-2.95
1.5 Fracture
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Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
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Perfect on {10 1 1}, rhombohedral cleavage
1.7 Mohs Hardness
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3.5-4
1.8 Chemical Composition
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CaMg(CO 3) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Star diopside and Dolomite Chemical Formula

While comparing Star diopside and Dolomite 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 Dolomite chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Dolomite- CaMg(CO 3) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Star diopside and Dolomite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Star diopside and Dolomite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Star diopside and Dolomite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Star diopside is 2.80-2.95 whereas that of Dolomite is 2.80-2.95.