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Tinzenite and Cordierite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.355-3.433
2.57-2.66
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
Subconchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
{???} Good, {???} Good
Fair on {100}, poor on {001} and {010}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
Not Available
7-7.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Ca,Mn2+ ,Fe2+ ) 3Al 2BSi 4O 15(OH)Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
Mg2Al4Si5O18

Tinzenite and Cordierite Chemical Formula

While comparing Tinzenite 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 Tinzenite and Cordierite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Tinzenite- (Ca,Mn2+ ,Fe2+ ) 3Al 2BSi 4O 15(OH)Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
  • Chemical formula of Cordierite- Mg2Al4Si5O18

Tinzenite and Cordierite Specific Gravity

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