Jet and Diopside Physical Properties

Jet and Diopside Chemical Formula

While comparing Jet 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 Jet and Diopside chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Jet- C
• Chemical formula of Diopside- CaMgSi₂O₆

Jet and Diopside Specific Gravity

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