Witherite and Diopside Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
4.27-4.35
3.22-3.40
Fracture
UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
Conchoidal, UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Brittle, Conchoidal
Cleavage
{010} Distinct
Distinct/good on {110}
Chemical Composition
BaCO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
CaMgSi2O6
Witherite and Diopside Chemical Formula
While comparing Witherite 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 Witherite and Diopside chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Witherite- BaCO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
- Chemical formula of Diopside- CaMgSi2O6
Witherite and Diopside Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Witherite and Diopside Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Witherite and Diopside Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Witherite is 3.22-3.40 whereas that of Diopside is 3.22-3.40.