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Elaeolite and Labradorite Physical Properties


Labradorite and Elaeolite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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-  

Solubility
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-  

Durability
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-  

Specific Gravity
2.55-2.67  
2.69-2.72  

Fracture
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Uneven, Conchoidal  

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

Mohs Hardness
5.5-6  
6-6.5  

Chemical Composition
Na, K, Ca, H, O, Si, Al  
(Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8  

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Elaeolite and Labradorite Chemical Formula

While comparing Elaeolite 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 Elaeolite and Labradorite chemical formula.

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Elaeolite and Labradorite Specific Gravity

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

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