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Flint and Labradorite Physical Properties


Labradorite and Flint Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
-9999  
2.69-2.72  

Fracture
Uneven  
Uneven, Conchoidal  

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

Mohs Hardness
-9999  
6-6.5  

Chemical Composition
SiO2  
(Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8  

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Flint and Labradorite Chemical Formula

While comparing Flint 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 Flint and Labradorite chemical formula.

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Flint and Labradorite Specific Gravity

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

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