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Labradorite and Goethite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Not Available
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
HCl soluble
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.69-2.72
4.27-4.29
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Uneven, torn surfaces, (e.g. fractured metals)., Uneven, Gemstones (2009), torn surfaces, (e.g. fractured metals).
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on {001}, less perfect on {010}, intersecting at near 90°; distinct on {110}
Perfect {010}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-6.5
5-5.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8
FeO(OH)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Labradorite and Goethite Chemical Formula

While comparing Labradorite and Goethite 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 Goethite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Labradorite- (Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8
  • Chemical formula of Goethite- FeO(OH)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Labradorite and Goethite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Labradorite and Goethite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Labradorite and Goethite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Labradorite is 4.27-4.29 whereas that of Goethite is 4.27-4.29.