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Labradorite and Amber Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Not Available
1.2 Solubility
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Soluble
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.69-2.72
1.05-1.10
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on {001}, less perfect on {010}, intersecting at near 90°; distinct on {110}
None
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-6.5
2-2.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8
[C,H,O]

Labradorite and Amber Chemical Formula

While comparing Labradorite and Amber 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 Amber chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Labradorite- (Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8
  • Chemical formula of Amber- [C,H,O]

Labradorite and Amber Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Labradorite and Amber Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Labradorite and Amber Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Labradorite is 1.05-1.10 whereas that of Amber is 1.05-1.10.