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Labradorite and Moss Agate Physical Properties


Moss Agate and Labradorite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.69-2.72  
2.58-2.64  

Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal  
-  

Cleavage
Perfect on {001}, less perfect on {010}, intersecting at near 90°; distinct on {110}  
None  

Mohs Hardness
6-6.5  
6.5-7  

Chemical Composition
(Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8  
SiO 2Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)  

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Labradorite and Moss Agate Chemical Formula

While comparing Labradorite and Moss Agate 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 Moss Agate chemical formula.

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Labradorite and Moss Agate Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Labradorite and Moss Agate Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Labradorite and Moss Agate Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Labradorite is 2.58-2.64 whereas that of Moss Agate is 2.58-2.64.

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