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Labradorite and Aragonite Physical Properties


Aragonite and Labradorite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
Brittle  

Solubility
-  
Dilute acid  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.69-2.72  
2.93-2.96  

Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal  
Subconchoidal, Conchoidal  

Cleavage
Perfect on {001}, less perfect on {010}, intersecting at near 90°; distinct on {110}  
Distinct on {010}, imperfect {110} and {011}  

Mohs Hardness
6-6.5  
3.5-4  

Chemical Composition
(Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8  
CaCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references  

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Labradorite and Aragonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Labradorite and Aragonite 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 Aragonite chemical formula.

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Labradorite and Aragonite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Labradorite and Aragonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Labradorite and Aragonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Labradorite is 2.93-2.96 whereas that of Aragonite is 2.93-2.96.

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