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Tektite and Labradorite Physical Properties


Labradorite and Tektite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
2.34-2.51   
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
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6-6.5   

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

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Tektite and Labradorite Chemical Formula

While comparing Tektite 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 Tektite and Labradorite chemical formula.

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Tektite and Labradorite Specific Gravity

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

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