Stichtite and Diopside Physical Properties

Stichtite

Diopside

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

Brittle

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

2.11-2.203.22-3.40

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Uneven

Conchoidal, UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Brittle, Conchoidal

1.6 Cleavage

Perfect on {0001}

Distinct/good on {110}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

Not Available5-6

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Mg 6Cr 2(CO 3)(OH) 16 · 4H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

CaMgSi₂O₆

Stichtite and Diopside Chemical Formula

While comparing Stichtite and Diopside 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 Stichtite and Diopside chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Stichtite- Mg 6Cr 2(CO 3)(OH) 16 · 4H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Chemical formula of Diopside- CaMgSi₂O₆

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Stichtite and Diopside Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Stichtite and Diopside Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Stichtite and Diopside Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Stichtite is 3.22-3.40 whereas that of Diopside is 3.22-3.40.