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Mellite and Labradorite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.4 Solubility
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1.5 Durability
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1.7 Specific Gravity
1.58-1.60
2.69-2.72
2.2 Fracture
ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle
Uneven, Conchoidal, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
2.3 Cleavage
{011} Imperfect
Perfect on {001}, less perfect on {010}, intersecting at near 90°; distinct on {110}
2.4 Mohs Hardness
2
6-6.5
2.7 Chemical Composition
Al 2(Cl 2O 12) · 18H 2OUlrich Henn and Claudio C.
(Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8

Mellite and Labradorite Chemical Formula

While comparing Mellite 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 Mellite and Labradorite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Mellite- Al 2(Cl 2O 12) · 18H 2OUlrich Henn and Claudio C.
  • Chemical formula of Labradorite- (Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8

Mellite and Labradorite Specific Gravity

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