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Labradorite and Opal Physical Properties


Opal and Labradorite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
BrittleWalter Schumann   

Solubility
Not Available   
hot salt water   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.69-2.72   
1.98-2.25   

Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   
Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Brittle   

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

Mohs Hardness
6-6.5   
5-6.5   

Chemical Composition
(Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8   
SiO2 · nH2O   

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Labradorite and Opal Chemical Formula

While comparing Labradorite and Opal 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 Opal chemical formula.

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Labradorite and Opal Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Labradorite and Opal Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Labradorite and Opal Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Labradorite is 1.98-2.25 whereas that of Opal is 1.98-2.25.

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