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Ettringite and Anorthite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Partially soluble in water
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
1.77
2.77
1.5 Fracture
Not Available
Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on {10 1 0}
Perfect [001] good [010] poor [110]
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2-2.5
6-6.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca 6Al 2(SO 4) 3(OH) 12 26H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
CaAl 2Si 2O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Ettringite and Anorthite Chemical Formula

While comparing Ettringite 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 Ettringite and Anorthite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Ettringite- Ca 6Al 2(SO 4) 3(OH) 12 26H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Anorthite- CaAl 2Si 2O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Ettringite and Anorthite Specific Gravity

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