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Anorthite and Bixbite Physical Properties


Bixbite and Anorthite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.77  
-9999  

Fracture
Uneven  
-  

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

Mohs Hardness
6-6.5  
7.5  

Chemical Composition
CaAl 2Si 2O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)  
Be3Al2(SiO3)6  

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Anorthite and Bixbite Chemical Formula

While comparing Anorthite and Bixbite 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 Bixbite chemical formula.

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Anorthite and Bixbite Specific Gravity

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

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