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Labradorite and Cat s Eye 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
3.5-3.8
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
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1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on {001}, less perfect on {010}, intersecting at near 90°; distinct on {110}
1,1 ; 3,2
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-6.5
8.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8
BeAl 2 O 4

Labradorite and Cat s Eye Chemical Formula

While comparing Labradorite and Cat s Eye 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 Cat s Eye chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Labradorite- (Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8
  • Chemical formula of Cat s Eye- BeAl 2 O 4

Labradorite and Cat s Eye Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Labradorite and Cat s Eye Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Labradorite and Cat s Eye Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Labradorite is 3.5-3.8 whereas that of Cat s Eye is 3.5-3.8.