Diopside and Dumortierite Physical Properties

Diopside and Dumortierite Chemical Formula

While comparing Diopside and Dumortierite 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 Dumortierite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Diopside- CaMgSi₂O₆
• Chemical formula of Dumortierite- AlAl₆O₃BSi₃O₁₈

Diopside and Dumortierite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Diopside and Dumortierite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Diopside and Dumortierite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Diopside is 3.26-3.41 whereas that of Dumortierite is 3.26-3.41.