Anorthite and Hambergite Physical Properties

Anorthite

Hambergite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Brittle

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

2.772.33-2.37

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

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

1.6 Cleavage

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

Perfect on {010}, good on {100}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

6-6.57.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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

Be 2BO 3(OH)Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Anorthite and Hambergite Chemical Formula

While comparing Anorthite and Hambergite 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 Hambergite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Anorthite- CaAl 2Si 2O 8Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Chemical formula of Hambergite- Be 2BO 3(OH)Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

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Anorthite and Hambergite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Anorthite and Hambergite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Anorthite and Hambergite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Anorthite is 2.33-2.37 whereas that of Hambergite is 2.33-2.37.