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Labradorite and Cuprite Physical Properties


Cuprite and Labradorite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
Brittle  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.69-2.72  
5.85-6.15  

Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal  
Conchoidal  

Cleavage
Perfect on {001}, less perfect on {010}, intersecting at near 90°; distinct on {110}  
Fair in four directions forming octahedrons  

Mohs Hardness
6-6.5  
3.5-4  

Chemical Composition
(Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8  
Cu 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references  

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Labradorite and Cuprite Chemical Formula

While comparing Labradorite and Cuprite 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 Cuprite chemical formula.

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Labradorite and Cuprite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Labradorite and Cuprite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Labradorite and Cuprite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Labradorite is 5.85-6.15 whereas that of Cuprite is 5.85-6.15.

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