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Labradorite and Tinzenite 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
2.69-2.72
3.355-3.433
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on {001}, less perfect on {010}, intersecting at near 90°; distinct on {110}
{???} Good, {???} Good
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-6.5
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1.8 Chemical Composition
(Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8
(Ca,Mn2+ ,Fe2+ ) 3Al 2BSi 4O 15(OH)Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Labradorite and Tinzenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Labradorite and Tinzenite 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 Tinzenite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Labradorite- (Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8
  • Chemical formula of Tinzenite- (Ca,Mn2+ ,Fe2+ ) 3Al 2BSi 4O 15(OH)Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Labradorite and Tinzenite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Labradorite and Tinzenite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Labradorite and Tinzenite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Labradorite is 3.355-3.433 whereas that of Tinzenite is 3.355-3.433.