Scheelite and Cordierite Physical Properties

Scheelite

Cordierite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Brittle

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

5.9-6.32.57-2.66

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Uneven

Subconchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle

1.6 Cleavage

On {101}, distinct; on {112}, interrupted; on {001}, indistinct

Fair on {100}, poor on {001} and {010}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

4.5-57-7.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

CaWO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Mg2Al4Si5O18

Scheelite and Cordierite Chemical Formula

While comparing Scheelite 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 Scheelite and Cordierite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Scheelite- CaWO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Chemical formula of Cordierite- Mg2Al4Si5O18

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Scheelite and Cordierite Specific Gravity

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