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Richterite and Anorthoclase Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.0-3.5
2.56-2.62
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Brittle
Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect
From the Greek for oblique and fracture, descriptive of the cleavage
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-6
6-6.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Not Available
(Na,K)AlSi 3O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Richterite and Anorthoclase Chemical Formula

While comparing Richterite and Anorthoclase 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 Richterite and Anorthoclase chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Anorthoclase- (Na,K)AlSi 3O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Richterite and Anorthoclase Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Richterite and Anorthoclase Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Richterite and Anorthoclase Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Richterite is 2.56-2.62 whereas that of Anorthoclase is 2.56-2.62.