Diopside and Pyrope Physical Properties

Diopside and Pyrope Chemical Formula

While comparing Diopside and Pyrope 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 Pyrope chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Diopside- CaMgSi₂O₆
• Chemical formula of Pyrope- Mg 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Diopside and Pyrope Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Diopside and Pyrope Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Diopside and Pyrope Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Diopside is 3.62-3.87 whereas that of Pyrope is 3.62-3.87.