Chrome Diopside and Obsidian Physical Properties

Chrome Diopside and Obsidian Chemical Formula

While comparing Chrome Diopside and Obsidian 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 Obsidian chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Chrome Diopside- (Ca,Cr)MgSi 2O 6Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
• Chemical formula of Obsidian- SiO2

Chrome Diopside and Obsidian Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chrome Diopside and Obsidian Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chrome Diopside and Obsidian Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chrome Diopside is 2.35-2.60 whereas that of Obsidian is 2.35-2.60.