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Labradorite and Kurnakovite Physical Properties


Kurnakovite and Labradorite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
Soluble   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.69-2.72   
1.847-1.852   

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

Cleavage
Perfect on {001}, less perfect on {010}, intersecting at near 90°; distinct on {110}   
Poor to indistinct on {010}   

Mohs Hardness
6-6.5   
2-3   

Chemical Composition
(Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8   
Not Available   

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Labradorite and Kurnakovite Chemical Formula

While comparing Labradorite and Kurnakovite 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 Kurnakovite chemical formula.

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Labradorite and Kurnakovite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Labradorite and Kurnakovite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Labradorite and Kurnakovite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Labradorite is 1.847-1.852 whereas that of Kurnakovite is 1.847-1.852.

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