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Labradorite and Pyrope Almandine Physical Properties


Pyrope Almandine and Labradorite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.69-2.72   
3.62-4.20   

Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   
ConchoidalGemdat.org, Management Team (2012), ConchoidalGemdat.org, Management Team (2012)   

Cleavage
Perfect on {001}, less perfect on {010}, intersecting at near 90°; distinct on {110}   
Not Available   

Mohs Hardness
6-6.5   
7-7.5   

Chemical Composition
(Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8   
(Fe,Mg) 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)   

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Labradorite and Pyrope Almandine Chemical Formula

While comparing Labradorite and Pyrope Almandine 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 Pyrope Almandine chemical formula.

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Labradorite and Pyrope Almandine Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Labradorite and Pyrope Almandine Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Labradorite and Pyrope Almandine Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Labradorite is 3.62-4.20 whereas that of Pyrope Almandine is 3.62-4.20.

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