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Labradorite and Enstatite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.69-2.723.20-3.25
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on {001}, less perfect on {010}, intersecting at near 90°; distinct on {110}
Good/distinct on [210]
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-6.55.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8
Mg 2Si 2O 6Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Labradorite and Enstatite Chemical Formula

While comparing Labradorite and Enstatite 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 Enstatite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Labradorite- (Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8
  • Chemical formula of Enstatite- Mg 2Si 2O 6Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Labradorite and Enstatite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Labradorite and Enstatite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Labradorite and Enstatite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Labradorite is 3.20-3.25 whereas that of Enstatite is 3.20-3.25.