Magnetite and Anorthite Physical Properties

Magnetite and Anorthite Chemical Formula

While comparing Magnetite 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 Magnetite and Anorthite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Magnetite- Fe 3O 4Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
• Chemical formula of Anorthite- CaAl 2Si 2O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Magnetite and Anorthite Specific Gravity

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