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Datolite and Labradorite Physical Properties


Labradorite and Datolite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.90-3.00  
2.69-2.72  

Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven  
Uneven, Conchoidal  

Cleavage
None  
Perfect on {001}, less perfect on {010}, intersecting at near 90°; distinct on {110}  

Mohs Hardness
5-5.5  
6-6.5  

Chemical Composition
CaBSiO 4(OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references  
(Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8  

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Datolite and Labradorite Chemical Formula

While comparing Datolite 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 Datolite and Labradorite chemical formula.

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Datolite and Labradorite Specific Gravity

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

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