Simpsonite and Cordierite Iolite Physical Properties

Simpsonite

Cordierite Iolite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

Not Available2.56-2.66

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal

Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)

1.6 Cleavage

None

Not Available

1.7 Mohs Hardness

7-7.57-7.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Al 4(Ta,Nb) 3(O,OH,F) 14Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Mg 2Al 4Si 5O 18Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Simpsonite and Cordierite Iolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Simpsonite and Cordierite Iolite 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 Simpsonite and Cordierite Iolite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Simpsonite- Al 4(Ta,Nb) 3(O,OH,F) 14Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
Chemical formula of Cordierite Iolite- Mg 2Al 4Si 5O 18Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

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Simpsonite and Cordierite Iolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Simpsonite and Cordierite Iolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Simpsonite and Cordierite Iolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Simpsonite is 2.56-2.66 whereas that of Cordierite Iolite is 2.56-2.66.