Chlorastrolite and Cordierite Physical Properties

Chlorastrolite and Cordierite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chlorastrolite 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 Chlorastrolite and Cordierite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Chlorastrolite- Ca 2(Mg,Fe)Al 2(SiO 4)(Si 2O 7)(OH) 2 · H 2O)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
• Chemical formula of Cordierite- Mg2Al4Si5O18

Chlorastrolite and Cordierite Specific Gravity

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