Labradorite and Rutile Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

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Insoluble in acids

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

2.69-2.724.20-4.30

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven, Conchoidal, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

1.6 Cleavage

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

{110} good, 100 moderate, parting on {092} and {011}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

6-6.56-6.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

(Na,Ca)_1-2Si_3-2O₈

TiO 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Labradorite and Rutile Chemical Formula

While comparing Labradorite and Rutile 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 Rutile chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Labradorite- (Na,Ca)_1-2Si_3-2O₈
Chemical formula of Rutile- TiO 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

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Labradorite and Rutile Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Labradorite and Rutile Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Labradorite and Rutile Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Labradorite is 4.20-4.30 whereas that of Rutile is 4.20-4.30.