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Morganite and Labradorite Physical Properties


Labradorite and Morganite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
2.71-2.90   
2.69-2.72   

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

Cleavage
3,1 basal   
Perfect on {001}, less perfect on {010}, intersecting at near 90°; distinct on {110}   

Mohs Hardness
7.5-8   
6-6.5   

Chemical Composition
Be3Al2SiO6   
(Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8   

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Morganite and Labradorite Chemical Formula

While comparing Morganite 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 Morganite and Labradorite chemical formula.

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Morganite and Labradorite Specific Gravity

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

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