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Labradorite and Rhodochrosite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.69-2.723.0-3.3
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Uneven, Conchoidal, Conchoidal to uneven, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on {001}, less perfect on {010}, intersecting at near 90°; distinct on {110}
On {10 1 1} perfect; parting on {10 1 2}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-6.53.5-4
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8
MnCO3

Labradorite and Rhodochrosite Chemical Formula

While comparing Labradorite and Rhodochrosite 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 Rhodochrosite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Labradorite- (Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8
  • Chemical formula of Rhodochrosite- MnCO3

Labradorite and Rhodochrosite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Labradorite and Rhodochrosite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Labradorite and Rhodochrosite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Labradorite is 3.0-3.3 whereas that of Rhodochrosite is 3.0-3.3.