Cordierite and Halite Physical Properties

Cordierite and Halite Chemical Formula

While comparing Cordierite and Halite 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 Halite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Cordierite- Mg2Al4Si5O18
• Chemical formula of Halite- NaCl

Cordierite and Halite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Cordierite and Halite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Cordierite and Halite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Cordierite is 2.17 whereas that of Halite is 2.17.