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Cordierite and Geodes Physical Properties


Geodes and Cordierite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.57-2.66   
Not Available   

Fracture
Subconchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle   
Not Available   

Cleavage
Fair on {100}, poor on {001} and {010}   
Not Available   

Mohs Hardness
7-7.5   
Not Available   

Chemical Composition
Mg2Al4Si5O18   
Not Available   

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Cordierite and Geodes Chemical Formula

While comparing Cordierite and Geodes 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 Geodes chemical formula.

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Cordierite and Geodes Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Cordierite and Geodes Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Cordierite and Geodes Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Cordierite is Not Available whereas that of Geodes is Not Available.

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