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Anorthite and Andalusite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.77
3.05-3.21
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Uneven, Subconchoidal, Uneven, Subconchoidal, Splintery, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect [001] good [010] poor [110]
Good on {110}, poor on {100}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-6.5
7.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
CaAl 2Si 2O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Al 2SiO 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references

Anorthite and Andalusite Chemical Formula

While comparing Anorthite and Andalusite 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 Andalusite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Anorthite- CaAl 2Si 2O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Andalusite- Al 2SiO 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references

Anorthite and Andalusite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Anorthite and Andalusite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Anorthite and Andalusite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Anorthite is 3.05-3.21 whereas that of Andalusite is 3.05-3.21.

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