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Marble and Labradorite Physical Properties


Labradorite and Marble Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
-9999  
2.69-2.72  

Fracture
-  
Uneven, Conchoidal  

Cleavage
None  
Perfect on {001}, less perfect on {010}, intersecting at near 90°; distinct on {110}  

Mohs Hardness
-9999  
6-6.5  

Chemical Composition
CaCO3  
(Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8  

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Marble and Labradorite Chemical Formula

While comparing Marble 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 Marble and Labradorite chemical formula.

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Marble and Labradorite Specific Gravity

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

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