Fibrolite and Labradorite Physical Properties

Fibrolite and Labradorite Chemical Formula

While comparing Fibrolite 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 Fibrolite and Labradorite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Fibrolite- Al 2SiO 5Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
• Chemical formula of Labradorite- (Na,Ca)_1-2Si_3-2O₈

Fibrolite and Labradorite Specific Gravity

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