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Anorthite
Anorthite

Leucophanite
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Anorthite and Leucophanite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
Not Available
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.77Not Available
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect [001] good [010] poor [110]
{???} Good, {???} Good, {???} Distinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-6.5Not Available
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
CaAl 2Si 2O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
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Anorthite and Leucophanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Anorthite and Leucophanite 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 Leucophanite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Anorthite- CaAl 2Si 2O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
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Anorthite and Leucophanite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Anorthite and Leucophanite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Anorthite and Leucophanite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Anorthite is Not Available whereas that of Leucophanite is Not Available.