Anorthite and Cerussite Physical Properties

Anorthite

Cerussite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Brittle

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1.2 Solubility

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insoluble

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

2.776.46-6.57

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Brittle, Conchoidal

1.6 Cleavage

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

Good [110] and [021]

1.7 Mohs Hardness

6-6.53-3.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

CaAl 2Si 2O 8Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

PbCO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Anorthite and Cerussite Chemical Formula

While comparing Anorthite and Cerussite 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 Cerussite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Anorthite- CaAl 2Si 2O 8Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Chemical formula of Cerussite- PbCO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Anorthite and Cerussite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Anorthite and Cerussite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Anorthite and Cerussite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Anorthite is 6.46-6.57 whereas that of Cerussite is 6.46-6.57.