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Rock Crystal and Labradorite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.65
2.69-2.72
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001), ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
Uneven, Conchoidal, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
1.6 Cleavage
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Perfect on {001}, less perfect on {010}, intersecting at near 90°; distinct on {110}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7
6-6.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
SiO 2Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)
(Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8

Rock Crystal and Labradorite Chemical Formula

While comparing Rock Crystal 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 Rock Crystal and Labradorite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Rock Crystal- SiO 2Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)
  • Chemical formula of Labradorite- (Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8

Rock Crystal and Labradorite Specific Gravity

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

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