Diopside and Carnallite Physical Properties

Diopside and Carnallite Chemical Formula

While comparing Diopside and Carnallite 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 Diopside and Carnallite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Diopside- CaMgSi₂O₆
• Chemical formula of Carnallite- KMgCl3•6(H2O)

Diopside and Carnallite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Diopside and Carnallite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Diopside and Carnallite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Diopside is 1.6 whereas that of Carnallite is 1.6.