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Linarite and Labradorite Physical Properties


Labradorite and Linarite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
5.35  
2.69-2.72  

Fracture
Conchoidal  
Uneven, Conchoidal  

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

Mohs Hardness
2.5  
6-6.5  

Chemical Composition
PbCu(SO 4)(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)  
(Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8  

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Linarite and Labradorite Chemical Formula

While comparing Linarite 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 Linarite and Labradorite chemical formula.

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Linarite and Labradorite Specific Gravity

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

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