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Labradorite and Bowenite Physical Properties


Bowenite and Labradorite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.69-2.72  
2.58-2.80  

Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal  
Uneven, Irregular  

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

Mohs Hardness
6-6.5  
5.5  

Chemical Composition
(Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8  
(Mg,Fe2+ ) 3Si 2O 5(OH) 4Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)  

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Labradorite and Bowenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Labradorite and Bowenite 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 Bowenite chemical formula.

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Labradorite and Bowenite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Labradorite and Bowenite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Labradorite and Bowenite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Labradorite is 2.58-2.80 whereas that of Bowenite is 2.58-2.80.

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