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Anorthite and Zultanite Physical Properties


Zultanite and Anorthite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.77   
Not Available   

Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   
Not Available   

Cleavage
Perfect [001] good [010] poor [110]   
Not Available   

Mohs Hardness
6-6.5   
6.5-7   

Chemical Composition
CaAl 2Si 2O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   
Not Available   

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Anorthite and Zultanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Anorthite and Zultanite 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 Zultanite chemical formula.

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Anorthite and Zultanite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Anorthite and Zultanite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Anorthite and Zultanite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Anorthite is Not Available whereas that of Zultanite is Not Available.

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