Labradorite and Titanite Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
2.69-2.72
  
3.48-3.60
  
Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  
Sub-Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle
  
Cleavage
Perfect on {001}, less perfect on {010}, intersecting at near 90°; distinct on {110}
  
Distinct on [110], parting on {221}
  
Mohs Hardness
6-6.5
  
5-5.5
  
Chemical Composition
(Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8
  
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Labradorite and Titanite Chemical Formula
While comparing Labradorite and Titanite 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 Titanite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Labradorite- (Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8
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Labradorite and Titanite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Labradorite and Titanite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Labradorite and Titanite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Labradorite is 3.48-3.60 whereas that of Titanite is 3.48-3.60.