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Anorthite
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Anorthite and Rhodochrosite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.773.0-3.3
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Uneven, Conchoidal, Conchoidal to uneven, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect [001] good [010] poor [110]
On {10 1 1} perfect; parting on {10 1 2}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-6.53.5-4
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
CaAl 2Si 2O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
MnCO3

Anorthite and Rhodochrosite Chemical Formula

While comparing Anorthite and Rhodochrosite 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 Rhodochrosite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Anorthite- CaAl 2Si 2O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Rhodochrosite- MnCO3

Anorthite and Rhodochrosite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Anorthite and Rhodochrosite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Anorthite and Rhodochrosite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Anorthite is 3.0-3.3 whereas that of Rhodochrosite is 3.0-3.3.