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Labradorite and Cinnabar Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Slightly sectile
1.2 Solubility
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1.04 x 10−25 g per 100 ml water (Ksp at 25°C = 2 x 10−32)
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.69-2.72
2
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Uneven, Uneven, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on {001}, less perfect on {010}, intersecting at near 90°; distinct on {110}
Prismatic {10 1 0}, perfect
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-6.5
2-2.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8
HgSMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Labradorite and Cinnabar Chemical Formula

While comparing Labradorite and Cinnabar 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 Cinnabar chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Labradorite- (Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8
  • Chemical formula of Cinnabar- HgSMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Labradorite and Cinnabar Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Labradorite and Cinnabar Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Labradorite and Cinnabar Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Labradorite is 2 whereas that of Cinnabar is 2.