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Leucophanite and Labradorite Physical Properties


Labradorite and Leucophanite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
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2.69-2.72   

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

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

Mohs Hardness
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6-6.5   

Chemical Composition
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(Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8   

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Leucophanite and Labradorite Chemical Formula

While comparing Leucophanite 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 Leucophanite and Labradorite chemical formula.

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Leucophanite and Labradorite Specific Gravity

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

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