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Labradorite and Malachite 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
2.69-2.723.25-4.10
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Gemstones (2009), Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on {001}, less perfect on {010}, intersecting at near 90°; distinct on {110}
Perfect on { 2 01} fair on {010}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-6.53.5-4
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8
Cu2CO3(OH)2

Labradorite and Malachite Chemical Formula

While comparing Labradorite and Malachite 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 Malachite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Labradorite- (Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8
  • Chemical formula of Malachite- Cu2CO3(OH)2

Labradorite and Malachite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Labradorite and Malachite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Labradorite and Malachite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Labradorite is 3.25-4.10 whereas that of Malachite is 3.25-4.10.