Stichtite and Cordierite Physical Properties

Stichtite and Cordierite Chemical Formula

While comparing Stichtite 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 Stichtite and Cordierite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Stichtite- Mg 6Cr 2(CO 3)(OH) 16 · 4H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
• Chemical formula of Cordierite- Mg2Al4Si5O18

Stichtite and Cordierite Specific Gravity

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