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Anorthite and Phlogopite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Tough
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.77
2.78-2.85
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
None, Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect [001] good [010] poor [110]
Perfect basal (001)
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-6.5
2-2.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
CaAl 2Si 2O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
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Anorthite and Phlogopite Chemical Formula

While comparing Anorthite and Phlogopite 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 Phlogopite chemical formula.

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

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Anorthite and Phlogopite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Anorthite and Phlogopite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Anorthite is 2.78-2.85 whereas that of Phlogopite is 2.78-2.85.

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