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Meionite
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Meionite and Cordierite Iolite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.782.56-2.66
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
1.6 Cleavage
{???} Distinct, {???} Indistinct
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-67-7.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
3CaAl 2Si 2O 8 · CaCO 3Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
Mg 2Al 4Si 5O 18Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Meionite and Cordierite Iolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Meionite and Cordierite Iolite 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 Meionite and Cordierite Iolite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Meionite- 3CaAl 2Si 2O 8 · CaCO 3Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
  • Chemical formula of Cordierite Iolite- Mg 2Al 4Si 5O 18Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Meionite and Cordierite Iolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Meionite and Cordierite Iolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Meionite and Cordierite Iolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Meionite is 2.56-2.66 whereas that of Cordierite Iolite is 2.56-2.66.