Vlasovite and Labradorite Physical Properties

Vlasovite

Labradorite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Brittle

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1.2 Solubility

Nearly insoluble in HCl and HNO₃

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1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

2.972.69-2.72

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Conchoidal, Brittle

Uneven, Conchoidal, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

1.6 Cleavage

Distinct on {010}

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

1.7 Mohs Hardness

66-6.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Not Available

(Na,Ca)_1-2Si_3-2O₈

Vlasovite and Labradorite Chemical Formula

While comparing Vlasovite 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 Vlasovite and Labradorite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Labradorite- (Na,Ca)_1-2Si_3-2O₈

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Vlasovite and Labradorite Specific Gravity

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