Thomsonite and Diopside Physical Properties

Thomsonite

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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

2.25-2.403.22-3.40

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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

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

1.6 Cleavage

perfect on {010}; good on {100}

Distinct/good on {110}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5-5.55-6

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

NaCa 2Al 5Si 5O 20 · 6H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

CaMgSi₂O₆

Thomsonite and Diopside Chemical Formula

While comparing Thomsonite 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 Thomsonite and Diopside chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Thomsonite- NaCa 2Al 5Si 5O 20 · 6H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Chemical formula of Diopside- CaMgSi₂O₆

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Thomsonite and Diopside Specific Gravity

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