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Selenite and Anorthite Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

Solubility

Durability

Specific Gravity

Fracture

Cleavage

Mohs Hardness

Chemical Composition

 
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-9999
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Perfect
2
CaSO4·2H2O
 
Brittle
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2.77
Uneven
Perfect [001] good [010] poor [110]
6-6.5
CaAl 2Si 2O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Selenite and Anorthite Chemical Formula

While comparing Selenite 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 Selenite and Anorthite chemical formula.

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Selenite and Anorthite Specific Gravity

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