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Catapleiite and Anorthite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.72
2.77
1.5 Fracture
Brittle, Metallic, Brittle, Metallic
Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
1.6 Cleavage
{110} Perfect, {010} Perfect
Perfect [001] good [010] poor [110]
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-6
6-6.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Na 2ZrSi 3O 9 · 2H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
CaAl 2Si 2O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Catapleiite and Anorthite Chemical Formula

While comparing Catapleiite and Anorthite 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 Catapleiite and Anorthite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Catapleiite- Na 2ZrSi 3O 9 · 2H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Anorthite- CaAl 2Si 2O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Catapleiite and Anorthite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Catapleiite and Anorthite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Catapleiite and Anorthite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Catapleiite is 2.77 whereas that of Anorthite is 2.77.

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