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Childrenite and Labradorite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
Soluble
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.06-3.252.69-2.72
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Sub-Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Conchoidal, Uneven
Uneven, Conchoidal, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
1.6 Cleavage
Poor/indistinct on {100}
Perfect on {001}, less perfect on {010}, intersecting at near 90°; distinct on {110}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
4.5-56-6.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Fe,Mn)AlPO 4(OH) 2 -H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
(Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8

Childrenite and Labradorite Chemical Formula

While comparing Childrenite 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 Childrenite and Labradorite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Childrenite- (Fe,Mn)AlPO 4(OH) 2 -H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
  • Chemical formula of Labradorite- (Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8

Childrenite and Labradorite Specific Gravity

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