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Vanadinite
Vanadinite

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Vanadinite and Diopside Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

Brittle
Brittle

Solubility

-
-

Durability

-
-

Specific Gravity

6.8-7.13.22-3.40
1 7.18
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Fracture

Uneven, Conchoidal
Conchoidal

Cleavage

None
Distinct/good on {110}

Mohs Hardness

3-45-6
2 10
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Chemical Composition

C20H36
CaMgSi2O6

Vanadinite and Diopside Chemical Formula

While comparing Vanadinite 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 Vanadinite and Diopside chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Vanadinite- C20H36
  • Chemical formula of Diopside- CaMgSi2O6

Vanadinite and Diopside Specific Gravity

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