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Hauyne and Anorthite Physical Properties


Anorthite and Hauyne Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
Brittle   

Solubility
Gelatinises in acids   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.4-2.5   
2.77   

Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle   
Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   

Cleavage
Distinct on {110}   
Perfect [001] good [010] poor [110]   

Mohs Hardness
5-6   
6-6.5   

Chemical Composition
(Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2   
CaAl 2Si 2O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   

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Hauyne and Anorthite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hauyne 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 Hauyne and Anorthite chemical formula.

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Hauyne and Anorthite Specific Gravity

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

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