Cordierite and Sphalerite Physical Properties

Cordierite and Sphalerite Chemical Formula

While comparing Cordierite and Sphalerite 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 Sphalerite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Cordierite- Mg2Al4Si5O18
• Chemical formula of Sphalerite- (Zn,Fe)SMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Cordierite and Sphalerite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Cordierite and Sphalerite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Cordierite and Sphalerite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Cordierite is 3.95-4.10 whereas that of Sphalerite is 3.95-4.10.