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Labradorite and Hodgkinsonite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.69-2.724.06-4.08
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on {001}, less perfect on {010}, intersecting at near 90°; distinct on {110}
{???} Perfect
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-6.54.5-5
Amber
2 10
0.1 Chemical Composition
(Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8
Mn2+ Zn 2SiO 4(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Labradorite and Hodgkinsonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Labradorite and Hodgkinsonite 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 Hodgkinsonite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Labradorite- (Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8
  • Chemical formula of Hodgkinsonite- Mn2+ Zn 2SiO 4(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Labradorite and Hodgkinsonite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Labradorite and Hodgkinsonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Labradorite and Hodgkinsonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Labradorite is 4.06-4.08 whereas that of Hodgkinsonite is 4.06-4.08.