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Lawsonite and Labradorite Physical Properties


Labradorite and Lawsonite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.09   
2.69-2.72   

Fracture
White, Yellow, Pale blue, Brittle, Uneven   
Uneven, Conchoidal, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   

Cleavage
Perfect on {100} and {010}, imperfect on {101}   
Perfect on {001}, less perfect on {010}, intersecting at near 90°; distinct on {110}   

Mohs Hardness
8   
6-6.5   

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

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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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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.

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