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Phenakite and Labradorite Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

Solubility

Durability

Specific Gravity

Fracture

Cleavage

Mohs Hardness

Chemical Composition

 
Brittle
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2.90-2.98
Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann
Distinct on {11 2 0}, imperfect on {10 1 1}
7.5-8
Be 2SiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
 
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2.69-2.72
Uneven, Conchoidal
Perfect on {001}, less perfect on {010}, intersecting at near 90°; distinct on {110}
6-6.5
(Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8

Phenakite and Labradorite Chemical Formula

While comparing Phenakite 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 Phenakite and Labradorite chemical formula.

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Phenakite and Labradorite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Phenakite and Labradorite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Phenakite Vs Labradorite during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Phenakite is whereas that of Labradorite is .