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Ludlamite and Labradorite Physical Properties


Labradorite and Ludlamite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.1-3.2   
2.69-2.72   

Fracture
UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   
Uneven, Conchoidal, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   

Cleavage
Vitreous, pearly on cleavage   
Perfect on {001}, less perfect on {010}, intersecting at near 90°; distinct on {110}   

Mohs Hardness
3-4   
6-6.5   

Chemical Composition
(Fe2+ ,Mg,Mn2+ ) 3(PO 4) 2 · 4H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references   
(Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8   

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Ludlamite and Labradorite Chemical Formula

While comparing Ludlamite 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 Ludlamite and Labradorite chemical formula.

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Ludlamite and Labradorite Specific Gravity

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

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