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Langbeinite and Labradorite Physical Properties


Labradorite and Langbeinite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
Not Available   

Solubility
Slowly dissolves in water   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
Not Available   
2.69-2.72   

Fracture
Conchoidal, Brittle   
Uneven, Conchoidal, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   

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

Mohs Hardness
3.5-4   
6-6.5   

Chemical Composition
Not Available   
(Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8   

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Langbeinite and Labradorite Chemical Formula

While comparing Langbeinite and Labradorite 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 Langbeinite and Labradorite chemical formula.

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Langbeinite and Labradorite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Langbeinite and Labradorite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Langbeinite and Labradorite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Langbeinite is 2.69-2.72 whereas that of Labradorite is 2.69-2.72.

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