Parisite and Cordierite Physical Properties

Parisite and Cordierite Chemical Formula

While comparing Parisite 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 Parisite and Cordierite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Parisite- Ca(Nd,Ce,La) 2(CO 3) 3F 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
• Chemical formula of Cordierite- Mg2Al4Si5O18

Parisite and Cordierite Specific Gravity

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