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Labradorite and Calcite Satin Spar 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
2.69-2.722.67-2.73
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on {001}, less perfect on {010}, intersecting at near 90°; distinct on {110}
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-6.5Not Available
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8
CaCO 3Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Labradorite and Calcite Satin Spar Chemical Formula

While comparing Labradorite and Calcite Satin Spar 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 Calcite Satin Spar chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Labradorite- (Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8
  • Chemical formula of Calcite Satin Spar- CaCO 3Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Labradorite and Calcite Satin Spar Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Labradorite and Calcite Satin Spar Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Labradorite and Calcite Satin Spar Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Labradorite is 2.67-2.73 whereas that of Calcite Satin Spar is 2.67-2.73.