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Edenite and Labradorite Physical Properties


Labradorite and Edenite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.05-3.37   
2.69-2.72   

Fracture
Conchoidal, Brittle, Conchoidal   
Uneven, Conchoidal, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   

Cleavage
Good on (110)   
Perfect on {001}, less perfect on {010}, intersecting at near 90°; distinct on {110}   

Mohs Hardness
5-6   
6-6.5   

Chemical Composition
NaCa2Mg5Si7AlO22(OH)2   
(Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8   

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Edenite and Labradorite Chemical Formula

While comparing Edenite 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 Edenite and Labradorite chemical formula.

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Edenite and Labradorite Specific Gravity

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

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