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Sphene and Anorthite Physical Properties


Anorthite and Sphene Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Brittle   

Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
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2.77   

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

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

Mohs Hardness
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6-6.5   

Chemical Composition
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CaAl 2Si 2O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   

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Sphene and Anorthite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sphene 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 Sphene and Anorthite chemical formula.

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Sphene and Anorthite Specific Gravity

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

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