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Plumbogummite and Labradorite Physical Properties


Labradorite and Plumbogummite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
Not Available   

Solubility
Soluble   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
4.014   
2.69-2.72   

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

Cleavage
None   
Perfect on {001}, less perfect on {010}, intersecting at near 90°; distinct on {110}   

Mohs Hardness
4-5   
6-6.5   

Chemical Composition
Not Available   
(Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8   

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Plumbogummite and Labradorite Chemical Formula

While comparing Plumbogummite 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 Plumbogummite and Labradorite chemical formula.

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Plumbogummite and Labradorite Specific Gravity

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

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