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Iddingsite and Labradorite Physical Properties


Labradorite and Iddingsite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
2.5-2.8   
2.69-2.72   

Fracture
Not Available   
Uneven, Conchoidal, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   

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

Mohs Hardness
3   
6-6.5   

Chemical Composition
MgO.Fe2O3.3SiO2•4(H2O)   
(Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8   

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Iddingsite and Labradorite Chemical Formula

While comparing Iddingsite 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 Iddingsite and Labradorite chemical formula.

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Iddingsite and Labradorite Specific Gravity

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

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