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Pectolite and Labradorite Physical Properties


Labradorite and Pectolite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.74-2.90   
2.69-2.72   

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

Cleavage
Perfect on {100} and {001}   
Perfect on {001}, less perfect on {010}, intersecting at near 90°; distinct on {110}   

Mohs Hardness
4.5-5   
6-6.5   

Chemical Composition
Ca 2NaHSi 3O 9Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.   
(Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8   

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Pectolite and Labradorite Chemical Formula

While comparing Pectolite 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 Pectolite and Labradorite chemical formula.

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Pectolite and Labradorite Specific Gravity

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

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