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Clintonite and Labradorite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
Not Available
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.0-3.12.69-2.72
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Brittle, Metallic, Brittle, Metallic
Uneven, Conchoidal, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on {001}
Perfect on {001}, less perfect on {010}, intersecting at near 90°; distinct on {110}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.56-6.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca(Mg,Al)3(Al3Si)O10(OH)2
(Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8

Clintonite and Labradorite Chemical Formula

While comparing Clintonite 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 Clintonite and Labradorite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Clintonite- Ca(Mg,Al)3(Al3Si)O10(OH)2
  • Chemical formula of Labradorite- (Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8

Clintonite and Labradorite Specific Gravity

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