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Labradorite and Powellite Physical Properties


Powellite and Labradorite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.69-2.72  
4.23  

Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal  
Conchoidal  

Cleavage
Perfect on {001}, less perfect on {010}, intersecting at near 90°; distinct on {110}  
{111} Distinct  

Mohs Hardness
6-6.5  
3.5-4  

Chemical Composition
(Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8  
CaMoO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)  

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Labradorite and Powellite Chemical Formula

While comparing Labradorite and Powellite 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 Powellite chemical formula.

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Labradorite and Powellite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Labradorite and Powellite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Labradorite and Powellite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Labradorite is 4.23 whereas that of Powellite is 4.23.

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