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Smaragdite and Labradorite Physical Properties


Labradorite and Smaragdite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.24-3.50   
2.69-2.72   

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

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

Mohs Hardness
5.5   
6-6.5   

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

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Smaragdite and Labradorite Chemical Formula

While comparing Smaragdite 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 Smaragdite and Labradorite chemical formula.

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Smaragdite and Labradorite Specific Gravity

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

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