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Selenite and Labradorite Physical Properties


Labradorite and Selenite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
-9999  
2.69-2.72  

Fracture
-  
Uneven, Conchoidal  

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

Mohs Hardness
2  
6-6.5  

Chemical Composition
CaSO4·2H2O  
(Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8  

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Selenite and Labradorite Chemical Formula

While comparing Selenite 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 Selenite and Labradorite chemical formula.

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Selenite and Labradorite Specific Gravity

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

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