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Labradorite and Chrysoprase 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
2.58-2.64
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on {001}, less perfect on {010}, intersecting at near 90°; distinct on {110}
None
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-6.5
6.5-7
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8
SiO2 (with a high level of nickel impurities )

Labradorite and Chrysoprase Chemical Formula

While comparing Labradorite and Chrysoprase 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 Chrysoprase chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Labradorite- (Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8
  • Chemical formula of Chrysoprase- SiO2 (with a high level of nickel impurities )

Labradorite and Chrysoprase Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Labradorite and Chrysoprase Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Labradorite and Chrysoprase Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Labradorite is 2.58-2.64 whereas that of Chrysoprase is 2.58-2.64.

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