Cordierite and Edenite Physical Properties

Cordierite and Edenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Cordierite and Edenite 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 Edenite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Cordierite- Mg2Al4Si5O18
• Chemical formula of Edenite- NaCa2Mg5Si7AlO22(OH)2

Cordierite and Edenite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Cordierite and Edenite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Cordierite and Edenite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Cordierite is 3.05-3.37 whereas that of Edenite is 3.05-3.37.