What is another word for cordierite?
Pronunciation: [kˈɔːdi͡əɹˌa͡ɪt] (IPA) 
Cordierite is a mineral that is commonly used in the manufacturing of refractory ceramics. It is also known as iolite or water sapphire because of its blue color and water-like appearance. Other synonyms for cordierite include dichroite, lynx-eye, and indialite. Dichroite refers to the gemstone variety of cordierite, while lynx-eye is a trade name for a specific variety of the gemstone. Indialite is another mineral that is closely related to cordierite and is often used interchangeably with the name. In addition to these alternatives, cordierite is sometimes referred to as "poor man's sapphire" due to its lower cost compared to the precious gemstone.
