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Anorthite and Corundum Physical Properties


Corundum and Anorthite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
Brittle   

Solubility
Not Available   
insoluble   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.77   
3.90-4.05   

Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   
Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Difficult, Fibrous   

Cleavage
Perfect [001] good [010] poor [110]   
None – parting in 3 directions   

Mohs Hardness
6-6.5   
9   

Chemical Composition
CaAl 2Si 2O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   
Al 2O 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)   

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Anorthite and Corundum Chemical Formula

While comparing Anorthite and Corundum 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 Corundum chemical formula.

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Anorthite and Corundum Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Anorthite and Corundum Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Anorthite and Corundum Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Anorthite is 3.90-4.05 whereas that of Corundum is 3.90-4.05.

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