Labradorite and Andesine Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
  
Brittle
  
Solubility
Not Available
  
Not Available
  
Durability
Not Available
  
Not Available
  
Specific Gravity
2.69-2.72
  
2.65-2.69
  
Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  
Uneven, Uneven, Conchoidal, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  
Cleavage
Perfect on {001}, less perfect on {010}, intersecting at near 90°; distinct on {110}
  
Perfect on {001}, good on {010}
  
Mohs Hardness
6-6.5
  
6-6.5
  
Chemical Composition
(Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8
  
(Na,Ca)Al1-2Si3-2O8
  
Labradorite and Andesine Chemical Formula
While comparing Labradorite and Andesine 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 Labradorite and Andesine chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Labradorite- (Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8
- Chemical formula of Andesine- (Na,Ca)Al1-2Si3-2O8
Labradorite and Andesine Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Labradorite and Andesine Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Labradorite and Andesine Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Labradorite is 2.65-2.69 whereas that of Andesine is 2.65-2.69.