Larimar and Labradorite Physical Properties

Larimar

Labradorite

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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

2.74-2.902.69-2.72

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Not Available

Uneven, Conchoidal, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

1.6 Cleavage

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Perfect on {001}, less perfect on {010}, intersecting at near 90°; distinct on {110}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

56-6.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Ca 2NaHSi 3O 9Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

(Na,Ca)_1-2Si_3-2O₈

Larimar and Labradorite Chemical Formula

While comparing Larimar 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 Larimar and Labradorite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Larimar- Ca 2NaHSi 3O 9Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
Chemical formula of Labradorite- (Na,Ca)_1-2Si_3-2O₈

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Larimar and Labradorite Specific Gravity

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