Spessartine and Cordierite Iolite Physical Properties

Spessartine and Cordierite Iolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Spessartine 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 Spessartine and Cordierite Iolite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Spessartine- Mn 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
• Chemical formula of Cordierite Iolite- Mg 2Al 4Si 5O 18Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Spessartine and Cordierite Iolite Specific Gravity

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