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Labradorite and Gaspeite Physical Properties


Gaspeite and Labradorite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
HCl soluble   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.69-2.72   
3.71   

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

Cleavage
Perfect on {001}, less perfect on {010}, intersecting at near 90°; distinct on {110}   
{10 1 1} Good   

Mohs Hardness
6-6.5   
4.5-5   

Chemical Composition
(Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8   
(Ni,Mg,Fe++)CO3   

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Labradorite and Gaspeite Chemical Formula

While comparing Labradorite and Gaspeite 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 Gaspeite chemical formula.

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Labradorite and Gaspeite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Labradorite and Gaspeite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Labradorite and Gaspeite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Labradorite is 3.71 whereas that of Gaspeite is 3.71.

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