×

Labradorite
Labradorite

Anorthite
Anorthite



ADD
Compare
X
Labradorite
X
Anorthite

Labradorite and Anorthite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.69-2.722.77
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on {001}, less perfect on {010}, intersecting at near 90°; distinct on {110}
Perfect [001] good [010] poor [110]
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-6.56-6.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8
CaAl 2Si 2O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Labradorite and Anorthite Chemical Formula

While comparing Labradorite and Anorthite 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 Anorthite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Labradorite- (Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8
  • Chemical formula of Anorthite- CaAl 2Si 2O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Labradorite and Anorthite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Labradorite and Anorthite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Labradorite and Anorthite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Labradorite is 2.77 whereas that of Anorthite is 2.77.