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Labradorite and Pyrophyllite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.69-2.72
2.65-2.90
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Gemstones (2009), Flexible Flexible fragments.
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on {001}, less perfect on {010}, intersecting at near 90°; distinct on {110}
{001} Perfect
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-6.5
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1.8 Chemical Composition
(Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8
Al 2Si 4O 10(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Labradorite and Pyrophyllite Chemical Formula

While comparing Labradorite and Pyrophyllite 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 Pyrophyllite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Labradorite- (Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8
  • Chemical formula of Pyrophyllite- Al 2Si 4O 10(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Labradorite and Pyrophyllite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Labradorite and Pyrophyllite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Labradorite and Pyrophyllite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Labradorite is 2.65-2.90 whereas that of Pyrophyllite is 2.65-2.90.