Labradorite and Bayldonite Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Not Available
  
Specific Gravity
2.69-2.72
  
5.50
  
Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  
Uneven
  
Cleavage
Perfect on {001}, less perfect on {010}, intersecting at near 90°; distinct on {110}
  
None
  
Mohs Hardness
6-6.5
  
4.5
  
Chemical Composition
(Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8
  
(Cu,Zn)3Pb(AsO3OH)2(OH)2
  
Labradorite and Bayldonite Chemical Formula
While comparing Labradorite and Bayldonite 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 Bayldonite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Labradorite- (Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8
- Chemical formula of Bayldonite- (Cu,Zn)3Pb(AsO3OH)2(OH)2
Labradorite and Bayldonite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Labradorite and Bayldonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Labradorite and Bayldonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Labradorite is 5.50 whereas that of Bayldonite is 5.50.