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Carnelian

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Carnelian and Cordierite Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

Solubility

Durability

Specific Gravity

Fracture

Cleavage

Mohs Hardness

Chemical Composition

 
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2.58-2.64
Uneven, Splintery, Conchoidal
Absent
6.5-7
SiO2
 
Brittle
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2.57-2.66
Subconchoidal, Conchoidal
Fair on {100}, poor on {001} and {010}
7-7.5
Mg2Al4Si5O18

Carnelian and Cordierite Chemical Formula

While comparing Carnelian 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 Carnelian and Cordierite chemical formula.

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Carnelian and Cordierite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Carnelian and Cordierite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Carnelian Vs Cordierite during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Carnelian is whereas that of Cordierite is .