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Anorthite and Mottramite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Soluble
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.77
5.9
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Sub-Conchoidal, Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect [001] good [010] poor [110]
None observed
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-6.5
3
1.8 Chemical Composition
CaAl 2Si 2O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Not Available

Anorthite and Mottramite Chemical Formula

While comparing Anorthite and Mottramite 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 Mottramite chemical formula.

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

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Anorthite and Mottramite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Anorthite and Mottramite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Anorthite is 5.9 whereas that of Mottramite is 5.9.