Boracite and Diopside Physical Properties
Solubility
Soluble
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
2.95-2.96
3.22-3.40
Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal
Conchoidal, UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Brittle, Conchoidal
Cleavage
None
Distinct/good on {110}
Chemical Composition
Mg 3B 7O 13ClMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
CaMgSi2O6
Boracite and Diopside Chemical Formula
While comparing Boracite 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 Boracite and Diopside chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Boracite- Mg 3B 7O 13ClMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
- Chemical formula of Diopside- CaMgSi2O6
Boracite and Diopside Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Boracite and Diopside Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Boracite and Diopside Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Boracite is 3.22-3.40 whereas that of Diopside is 3.22-3.40.