Natrolite and Cordierite Physical Properties
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
2.20-2.26
2.57-2.66
Fracture
Uneven, Brittle, Metallic, Gemstones (2009)
Subconchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle
Cleavage
Perfect on {110}
Fair on {100}, poor on {001} and {010}
Mohs Hardness
5-5.5
7-7.5
Chemical Composition
Na 2[Al 2Si 3O 10] · 2H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Mg2Al4Si5O18
Natrolite and Cordierite Chemical Formula
While comparing Natrolite 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 Natrolite and Cordierite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Natrolite- Na 2[Al 2Si 3O 10] · 2H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
- Chemical formula of Cordierite- Mg2Al4Si5O18
Natrolite and Cordierite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Natrolite and Cordierite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Natrolite and Cordierite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Natrolite is 2.57-2.66 whereas that of Cordierite is 2.57-2.66.