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Star diopside and Gypsum Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

Solubility

Durability

Specific Gravity

Fracture

Cleavage

Mohs Hardness

Chemical Composition

 
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-9999
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Perfect
-9999
CaMgSi2O6
 
Flexible
Soluble
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2.20-2.40
Conchoidal, Splintery, Fibrous
Perfect on {010}, distinct on {100}
2
CaSO 4 -2(H 2O)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Star diopside and Gypsum Chemical Formula

While comparing Star diopside and Gypsum 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 Gypsum chemical formula.

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Star diopside and Gypsum Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Star diopside and Gypsum Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Star diopside Vs Gypsum during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Star diopside is whereas that of Gypsum is .