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Omphacite and Labradorite Physical Properties


Labradorite and Omphacite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.16-3.43  
2.69-2.72  

Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal  
Uneven, Conchoidal  

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

Mohs Hardness
5-6  
6-6.5  

Chemical Composition
(Ca,Na)(Mg,Fe,Al)Si 2O 6Anthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)  
(Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8  

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Omphacite and Labradorite Chemical Formula

While comparing Omphacite 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 Omphacite and Labradorite chemical formula.

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Omphacite and Labradorite Specific Gravity

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

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