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Labradorite and Sylvite Physical Properties


Sylvite and Labradorite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
Brittle  

Solubility
-  
Soluble  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.69-2.72  
1.993  

Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal  
Uneven  

Cleavage
Perfect on {001}, less perfect on {010}, intersecting at near 90°; distinct on {110}  
Perfect on [100], [010], [001]  

Mohs Hardness
6-6.5  
2.5  

Chemical Composition
(Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8  
KCl  

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Labradorite and Sylvite Chemical Formula

While comparing Labradorite and Sylvite 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 Sylvite chemical formula.

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Labradorite and Sylvite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Labradorite and Sylvite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Labradorite and Sylvite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Labradorite is 1.993 whereas that of Sylvite is 1.993.

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