Jade and Diopside Physical Properties

Jade and Diopside Chemical Formula

While comparing Jade and Diopside 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 Jade and Diopside chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Jade- Nephrite: Ca₂(Mg,Fe)₅Si₈O₂₂(OH)₂ Jadeite: NaAlSi₂O₆
• Chemical formula of Diopside- CaMgSi₂O₆

Jade and Diopside Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Jade and Diopside Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Jade and Diopside Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Jade is 3.22-3.40 whereas that of Diopside is 3.22-3.40.