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Ajoite and Labradorite Physical Properties


Labradorite and Ajoite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Not Available   

Solubility
Decomposed by acids   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.96   
2.69-2.72   

Fracture
Not Available   
Uneven, Conchoidal, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   

Cleavage
Perfect on {010}   
Perfect on {001}, less perfect on {010}, intersecting at near 90°; distinct on {110}   

Mohs Hardness
5   
6-6.5   

Chemical Composition
(K,Na)3Cu20Al3Si29O76(OH)16•~8(H2O)   
(Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8   

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Ajoite and Labradorite Chemical Formula

While comparing Ajoite and Labradorite 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 Ajoite and Labradorite chemical formula.

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Ajoite and Labradorite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Ajoite and Labradorite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Ajoite and Labradorite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Ajoite is 2.69-2.72 whereas that of Labradorite is 2.69-2.72.

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