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Anorthite
Anorthite

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Anorthite and Topazolite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
Not Available
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1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.773.70-4.10
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect [001] good [010] poor [110]
Not Available
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-6.56.5-7
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
CaAl 2Si 2O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Ca 3Fe 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Anorthite and Topazolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Anorthite and Topazolite 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 Topazolite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Anorthite- CaAl 2Si 2O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Topazolite- Ca 3Fe 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Anorthite and Topazolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Anorthite and Topazolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Anorthite and Topazolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Anorthite is 3.70-4.10 whereas that of Topazolite is 3.70-4.10.