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Labradorite and Boleite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.69-2.72
5.05
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on {001}, less perfect on {010}, intersecting at near 90°; distinct on {110}
[001] perfect
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-6.5
3-3.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8
Pb 26Ag 10Cu 24Cl 62(OH) 48 · 3H 2OWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Labradorite and Boleite Chemical Formula

While comparing Labradorite and Boleite 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 Boleite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Labradorite- (Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8
  • Chemical formula of Boleite- Pb 26Ag 10Cu 24Cl 62(OH) 48 · 3H 2OWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Labradorite and Boleite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Labradorite and Boleite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Labradorite and Boleite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Labradorite is 5.05 whereas that of Boleite is 5.05.