Anorthite and Bytownite Physical Properties
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
2.77
2.72-2.75
Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Cleavage
Perfect [001] good [010] poor [110]
Perfect on [001], good on [010], imperfect on [110]
Mohs Hardness
6-6.5
6-6.5
Chemical Composition
CaAl 2Si 2O 8Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Ca(70-90%)Na(30-10%)(Al,Si)AlSi 2O 8Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Anorthite and Bytownite Chemical Formula
While comparing Anorthite and Bytownite 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 Bytownite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Anorthite- CaAl 2Si 2O 8Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
- Chemical formula of Bytownite- Ca(70-90%)Na(30-10%)(Al,Si)AlSi 2O 8Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Anorthite and Bytownite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Anorthite and Bytownite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Anorthite and Bytownite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Anorthite is 2.72-2.75 whereas that of Bytownite is 2.72-2.75.