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Labradorite and Mottramite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Soluble
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.69-2.725.9
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Sub-Conchoidal, Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on {001}, less perfect on {010}, intersecting at near 90°; distinct on {110}
None observed
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-6.53
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8
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Labradorite and Mottramite Chemical Formula

While comparing Labradorite and Mottramite 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 Mottramite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Labradorite- (Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8
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Labradorite and Mottramite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Labradorite and Mottramite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Labradorite and Mottramite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Labradorite is 5.9 whereas that of Mottramite is 5.9.