Hexagonite and Cordierite Physical Properties

Hexagonite and Cordierite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hexagonite and Cordierite 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 Hexagonite and Cordierite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Hexagonite- Ca 2Mg 5Si 8O 22(OH) 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
• Chemical formula of Cordierite- Mg2Al4Si5O18

Hexagonite and Cordierite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Hexagonite and Cordierite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Hexagonite and Cordierite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Hexagonite is 2.57-2.66 whereas that of Cordierite is 2.57-2.66.