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Aquamarine and Labradorite Physical Properties


Labradorite and Aquamarine Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
2.66-2.80   
2.69-2.72   

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

Cleavage
3,1 basal   
Perfect on {001}, less perfect on {010}, intersecting at near 90°; distinct on {110}   

Mohs Hardness
7.5-8   
6-6.5   

Chemical Composition
Be3Al2SiO6   
(Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8   

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Aquamarine and Labradorite Chemical Formula

While comparing Aquamarine 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 Aquamarine and Labradorite chemical formula.

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Aquamarine and Labradorite Specific Gravity

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

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