Chrome Diopside and Iolite Physical Properties

Chrome Diopside and Iolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chrome Diopside and Iolite 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 Iolite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Chrome Diopside- (Ca,Cr)MgSi 2O 6Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
• Chemical formula of Iolite- Mg₂Al₄Si₅O₁₈

Chrome Diopside and Iolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chrome Diopside and Iolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chrome Diopside and Iolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chrome Diopside is 2.6-2.7 whereas that of Iolite is 2.6-2.7.