Anorthite and Foitite Physical Properties

Anorthite and Foitite Chemical Formula

While comparing Anorthite and Foitite 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 Foitite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Anorthite- CaAl 2Si 2O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
• Chemical formula of Foitite- Na x[Fe2+2(Al,Fe3+ )]Al 6(BO 3) 3Si 6O 18(OH) 4Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Anorthite and Foitite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Anorthite and Foitite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Anorthite and Foitite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Anorthite is 3.17 whereas that of Foitite is 3.17.