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Richterite and Labradorite Physical Properties


Labradorite and Richterite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Not Available   

Solubility
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Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.0-3.5   
2.69-2.72   

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

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

Mohs Hardness
5-6   
6-6.5   

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

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Richterite and Labradorite Chemical Formula

While comparing Richterite 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 Richterite and Labradorite chemical formula.

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Richterite and Labradorite Specific Gravity

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

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