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Labradorite and Clinohedrite Physical Properties


Clinohedrite and Labradorite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.69-2.72   
3.28-3.335   

Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   
Brittle, Metallic, Brittle, Metallic   

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

Mohs Hardness
6-6.5   
5.5   

Chemical Composition
(Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8   
CaZnSiO 4 · H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)   

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Labradorite and Clinohedrite Chemical Formula

While comparing Labradorite and Clinohedrite 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 Clinohedrite chemical formula.

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Labradorite and Clinohedrite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Labradorite and Clinohedrite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Labradorite and Clinohedrite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Labradorite is 3.28-3.335 whereas that of Clinohedrite is 3.28-3.335.

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