Scheelite and Cordierite Physical Properties
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
5.9-6.3
2.57-2.66
Fracture
Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Uneven
Subconchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle
Cleavage
On {101}, distinct; on {112}, interrupted; on {001}, indistinct
Fair on {100}, poor on {001} and {010}
Mohs Hardness
4.5-5
7-7.5
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
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.