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Scorodite
Scorodite
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Cordierite
Cordierite
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Scorodite and Cordierite Optical Properties

Optical Properties

Luster

Pleochroism

Dispersion

Transparency

Refractive Index

Optic Character

Crystal System

Birefringence

Clarity

 
Sub-Adamantine, Vitreous, Resinous
Weak
0.02
-
-9999
-
Orthorhombic
-9999
-
 
Greasy, Vitreous
X = pale yellow
0.01
-
-9999
-
Orthorhombic
-9999
-

Scorodite and Cordierite Optic Character

Scorodite and Cordierite optical properties play a significant role while distinguishing these gemstones from each other. These properties are influenced by the Scorodite Vs Cordierite like crystallographic symmetry, pleochroism,etc. in the crystal. Some of the optical properties are refractive index, luster, optic character, pleochroism etc. Prominent among these is Scorodite and Cordierite optic character. You might have noticed your gemologist rotating the gemstone while testing it. Rotating a gemstone along its optic axis helps in determining its optic character.

Scorodite and Cordierite Transparency

Similar to their colors, Scorodite and Cordierite transparency can also be used as criteria for their primary identification. Although transparency cannot be the only criteria for gemstone identification, it can efficiently used in gemstone grading. Talking about their transparency, Scorodite is while Scorodite is in appearance.