Adularia and Labradorite Physical Properties

Adularia and Labradorite Chemical Formula

While comparing Adularia 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 Adularia and Labradorite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Adularia- KAlSi 3O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
• Chemical formula of Labradorite- (Na,Ca)_1-2Si_3-2O₈

Adularia and Labradorite Specific Gravity

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