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Catapleiite and Labradorite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.72
2.69-2.72
1.5 Fracture
Brittle, Metallic, Brittle, Metallic
Uneven, Conchoidal, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
1.6 Cleavage
{110} Perfect, {010} Perfect
Perfect on {001}, less perfect on {010}, intersecting at near 90°; distinct on {110}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-6
6-6.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Na 2ZrSi 3O 9 · 2H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
(Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8

Catapleiite and Labradorite Chemical Formula

While comparing Catapleiite 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 Catapleiite and Labradorite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Catapleiite- Na 2ZrSi 3O 9 · 2H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Labradorite- (Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8

Catapleiite and Labradorite Specific Gravity

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