Cordierite and Chalcopyrite Physical Properties

Cordierite and Chalcopyrite Chemical Formula

While comparing Cordierite and Chalcopyrite 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 Cordierite and Chalcopyrite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Cordierite- Mg2Al4Si5O18
• Chemical formula of Chalcopyrite- CuFeS 2Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Cordierite and Chalcopyrite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Cordierite and Chalcopyrite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Cordierite and Chalcopyrite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Cordierite is 4.1-4.3 whereas that of Chalcopyrite is 4.1-4.3.