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Labradorite and Torbanite Physical Properties


Torbanite and Labradorite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.69-2.72  
-9999  

Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal  
-  

Cleavage
Perfect on {001}, less perfect on {010}, intersecting at near 90°; distinct on {110}  
None  

Mohs Hardness
6-6.5  
-9999  

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

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Labradorite and Torbanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Labradorite and Torbanite 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 Torbanite chemical formula.

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Labradorite and Torbanite Specific Gravity

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

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