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Labradorite and Serpentine 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
2.69-2.722.44-2.62
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Uneven, Uneven, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on {001}, less perfect on {010}, intersecting at near 90°; distinct on {110}
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-6.52.5-5.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8
H 4Mg 3Si 2O 9Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Labradorite and Serpentine Chemical Formula

While comparing Labradorite and Serpentine 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 Serpentine chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Labradorite- (Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8
  • Chemical formula of Serpentine- H 4Mg 3Si 2O 9Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Labradorite and Serpentine Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Labradorite and Serpentine Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Labradorite and Serpentine Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Labradorite is 2.44-2.62 whereas that of Serpentine is 2.44-2.62.