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Anorthite and Sulphur Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.77
2.05-2.08
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
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1.6 Cleavage
Perfect [001] good [010] poor [110]
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-6.5
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1.8 Chemical Composition
CaAl 2Si 2O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
SWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)

Anorthite and Sulphur Chemical Formula

While comparing Anorthite and Sulphur 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 Sulphur chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Anorthite- CaAl 2Si 2O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Sulphur- SWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)

Anorthite and Sulphur Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Anorthite and Sulphur Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Anorthite and Sulphur Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Anorthite is 2.05-2.08 whereas that of Sulphur is 2.05-2.08.

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