Diopside and Opal Physical Properties

Diopside and Opal Chemical Formula

While comparing Diopside and Opal 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 Opal chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Diopside- CaMgSi₂O₆
• Chemical formula of Opal- SiO₂ · nH₂O

Diopside and Opal Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Diopside and Opal Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Diopside and Opal Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Diopside is 1.98-2.25 whereas that of Opal is 1.98-2.25.