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Labradorite and Grossular Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

Solubility

Durability

Specific Gravity

Fracture

Cleavage

Mohs Hardness

Chemical Composition

 
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2.69-2.72
Uneven, Conchoidal
Perfect on {001}, less perfect on {010}, intersecting at near 90°; distinct on {110}
6-6.5
(Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8
 
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3.55-3.73
Conchoidal, Uneven
none
7-7.5
Ca 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Labradorite and Grossular Chemical Formula

While comparing Labradorite and Grossular 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 Grossular chemical formula.

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Labradorite and Grossular Specific Gravity

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