Wulfenite and Anorthite Physical Properties
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
6.50-7.00
2.77
Fracture
Irregular, Brittle, Conchoidal
Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Cleavage
On {011}, distinct; on {001}, {013}, indistinct
Perfect [001] good [010] poor [110]
Chemical Composition
PbMoO 4Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)
CaAl 2Si 2O 8Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Wulfenite and Anorthite Chemical Formula
While comparing Wulfenite 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 Wulfenite and Anorthite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Wulfenite- PbMoO 4Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)
- Chemical formula of Anorthite- CaAl 2Si 2O 8Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Wulfenite and Anorthite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Wulfenite and Anorthite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Wulfenite and Anorthite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Wulfenite is 2.77 whereas that of Anorthite is 2.77.