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Canadian Ammolite and Cordierite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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Not Available
1.3 Durability
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Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
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2.57-2.66
1.5 Fracture
Not Available
Subconchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
None
Fair on {100}, poor on {001} and {010}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
4-4.5
7-7.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Pt
Mg2Al4Si5O18

Canadian Ammolite and Cordierite Chemical Formula

While comparing Canadian Ammolite and Cordierite 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 Canadian Ammolite and Cordierite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Canadian Ammolite- Pt
  • Chemical formula of Cordierite- Mg2Al4Si5O18

Canadian Ammolite and Cordierite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Canadian Ammolite and Cordierite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Canadian Ammolite and Cordierite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Canadian Ammolite is 2.57-2.66 whereas that of Cordierite is 2.57-2.66.