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Labradorite and Tavorite 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
2.69-2.723.32
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
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1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on {001}, less perfect on {010}, intersecting at near 90°; distinct on {110}
{???} Distinct, {???} Distinct, {???} Distinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-6.5Not Available
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8
LiFe3+ (PO 4)(OH)Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Labradorite and Tavorite Chemical Formula

While comparing Labradorite and Tavorite 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 Tavorite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Labradorite- (Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8
  • Chemical formula of Tavorite- LiFe3+ (PO 4)(OH)Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Labradorite and Tavorite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Labradorite and Tavorite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Labradorite and Tavorite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Labradorite is 3.32 whereas that of Tavorite is 3.32.