Chrysoberyl and Labradorite Physical Properties

Chrysoberyl

Labradorite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Brittle

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1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.69-3.812.69-2.72

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven, Conchoidal to uneven, Brittle, Metallic, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Brittle, Metallic

Uneven, Conchoidal, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

1.6 Cleavage

Distinct on {110}, imperfect on {010}, poor on {001}

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

1.7 Mohs Hardness

8.56-6.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

BeAl ₂ O ₄

(Na,Ca)_1-2Si_3-2O₈

Chrysoberyl and Labradorite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chrysoberyl 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 Chrysoberyl and Labradorite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Chrysoberyl- BeAl ₂ O ₄
Chemical formula of Labradorite- (Na,Ca)_1-2Si_3-2O₈

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Chrysoberyl and Labradorite Specific Gravity

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