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Anorthite and Agate Physical Properties


Agate and Anorthite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.77   
2.60-2.64   

Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   
Conchoidal, UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)   

Cleavage
Perfect [001] good [010] poor [110]   
Indiscernible   

Mohs Hardness
6-6.5   
6.5-7   

Chemical Composition
CaAl 2Si 2O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   
SiO2   

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Anorthite and Agate Chemical Formula

While comparing Anorthite and Agate 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 Anorthite and Agate chemical formula.

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Anorthite and Agate Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Anorthite and Agate Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Anorthite and Agate Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Anorthite is 2.60-2.64 whereas that of Agate is 2.60-2.64.

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