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Labradorite and Anatase Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.69-2.72
3.82-3.97
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Subconchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on {001}, less perfect on {010}, intersecting at near 90°; distinct on {110}
Perfect on [001] and [011]
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-6.5
5.5-6
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8
TiO 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references

Labradorite and Anatase Chemical Formula

While comparing Labradorite and Anatase 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 Anatase chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Labradorite- (Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8
  • Chemical formula of Anatase- TiO 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references

Labradorite and Anatase Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Labradorite and Anatase Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Labradorite and Anatase Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Labradorite is 3.82-3.97 whereas that of Anatase is 3.82-3.97.

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