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Lawsonite and Labradorite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
Not Available
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.092.69-2.72
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
White, Yellow, Pale blue, Brittle, Uneven
Uneven, Conchoidal, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on {100} and {010}, imperfect on {101}
Perfect on {001}, less perfect on {010}, intersecting at near 90°; distinct on {110}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
86-6.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
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(Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8

Lawsonite and Labradorite Chemical Formula

While comparing Lawsonite 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 Lawsonite and Labradorite chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Labradorite- (Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8

Lawsonite and Labradorite Specific Gravity

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