Schorlomite and Anorthite Physical Properties

Schorlomite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

Brittle

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.77-3.932.77

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Gems, Conchoidal, Brittle

Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

1.6 Cleavage

None

Perfect [001] good [010] poor [110]

1.7 Mohs Hardness

7-7.56-6.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Ca 3Ti4+2(Fe3+2Si)O 12Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

CaAl 2Si 2O 8Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Schorlomite and Anorthite Chemical Formula

While comparing Schorlomite 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 Schorlomite and Anorthite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Schorlomite- Ca 3Ti4+2(Fe3+2Si)O 12Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Chemical formula of Anorthite- CaAl 2Si 2O 8Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

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Schorlomite and Anorthite Specific Gravity

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