Diopside (Pyroxene group)

(Silicate - CaMgSi2O6)

Diopside - Photo by E. Gene Chambers

Properties

Origin:

From the Greek dis - of two kinds and opsis - opinion

Hardness (Mohs Scale):

6-7

Crystal System (number of classes)

Monoclinic

Color:

Green, green-black or grey
Transparency: Transparent to translucent
Luster: Vitreous, greasy

Streak:

White

Occurrence:

Widespread

 

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