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Labradorite and Albite Physical Properties


Albite and Labradorite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
Brittle  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.69-2.72  
2.60-2.65  

Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal  
Uneven, Conchoidal  

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

Mohs Hardness
6-6.5  
6-6.5  

Chemical Composition
(Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8  
NaAlSi 3O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)  

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Labradorite and Albite Chemical Formula

While comparing Labradorite and Albite 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 Labradorite and Albite chemical formula.

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Labradorite and Albite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Labradorite and Albite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Labradorite and Albite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Labradorite is 2.60-2.65 whereas that of Albite is 2.60-2.65.

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