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Leucophanite and Albite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
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2.60-2.65
1.5 Fracture
Brittle, Metallic
Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006), Uneven, Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
{???} Good, {???} Good, {???} Distinct
Perfect on {001}, very good on {010}, imperfect on {110}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
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6-6.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
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NaAlSi 3O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Leucophanite and Albite Chemical Formula

While comparing Leucophanite and Albite 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 Leucophanite and Albite chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Albite- NaAlSi 3O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Leucophanite and Albite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Leucophanite and Albite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Leucophanite and Albite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Leucophanite is 2.60-2.65 whereas that of Albite is 2.60-2.65.

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