Chrome Diopside and Allanite Physical Properties

Chrome Diopside and Allanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chrome Diopside and Allanite 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 Chrome Diopside and Allanite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Chrome Diopside- (Ca,Cr)MgSi 2O 6Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
• Chemical formula of Allanite- Ca(Ce,La,Y,Ca)Al2(Fe,Al)Si3O12(OH)

Chrome Diopside and Allanite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chrome Diopside and Allanite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chrome Diopside and Allanite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chrome Diopside is 3.40-4.20 whereas that of Allanite is 3.40-4.20.