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Anorthite and Sapphire Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Not Available
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
insoluble
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.773.95-4.03
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect [001] good [010] poor [110]
None, but may exhibit parting
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-6.59
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
CaAl 2Si 2O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Al 2 O 3

Anorthite and Sapphire Chemical Formula

While comparing Anorthite and Sapphire 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 Sapphire chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Anorthite- CaAl 2Si 2O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Sapphire- Al 2 O 3

Anorthite and Sapphire Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Anorthite and Sapphire Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Anorthite and Sapphire Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Anorthite is 3.95-4.03 whereas that of Sapphire is 3.95-4.03.