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Labradorite and Fluorite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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slightly water soluble and in hot hydrochloric acid
1.3 Durability
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Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.69-2.72
3.00-3.25
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Subconchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on {001}, less perfect on {010}, intersecting at near 90°; distinct on {110}
Octahedral, perfect on {111}, parting on {011}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-6.5
4
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8
CaF2

Labradorite and Fluorite Chemical Formula

While comparing Labradorite and Fluorite 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 Fluorite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Labradorite- (Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8
  • Chemical formula of Fluorite- CaF2

Labradorite and Fluorite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Labradorite and Fluorite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Labradorite and Fluorite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Labradorite is 3.00-3.25 whereas that of Fluorite is 3.00-3.25.

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