Anorthite and Labradorite Physical Properties

Anorthite

Labradorite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Brittle

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1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

2.772.69-2.72

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Uneven, Conchoidal, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

1.6 Cleavage

Perfect [001] good [010] poor [110]

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

1.7 Mohs Hardness

6-6.56-6.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

CaAl 2Si 2O 8Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

(Na,Ca)_1-2Si_3-2O₈

Anorthite and Labradorite Chemical Formula

While comparing Anorthite 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 Anorthite and Labradorite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Anorthite- CaAl 2Si 2O 8Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Chemical formula of Labradorite- (Na,Ca)_1-2Si_3-2O₈

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Anorthite and Labradorite Specific Gravity

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