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Kunzite and Labradorite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.15-3.21
2.69-2.72
1.5 Fracture
Gemstones of the world (2001), UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
Uneven, Conchoidal, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
1.6 Cleavage
1,2 prismatic
Perfect on {001}, less perfect on {010}, intersecting at near 90°; distinct on {110}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-7
6-6.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
LiAlSi2O6
(Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8

Kunzite and Labradorite Chemical Formula

While comparing Kunzite 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 Kunzite and Labradorite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Kunzite- LiAlSi2O6
  • Chemical formula of Labradorite- (Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8

Kunzite and Labradorite Specific Gravity

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