Labradorite and Clinozoisite Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
2.69-2.72
3.21-3.38
Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Irregular/uneven, Uneven
Cleavage
Perfect on {001}, less perfect on {010}, intersecting at near 90°; distinct on {110}
Perfect on {001}
Chemical Composition
(Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8
Ca 2Al 3(SiO 4) 3(OH)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
Labradorite and Clinozoisite Chemical Formula
While comparing Labradorite and Clinozoisite 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 Clinozoisite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Labradorite- (Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8
- Chemical formula of Clinozoisite- Ca 2Al 3(SiO 4) 3(OH)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
Labradorite and Clinozoisite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Labradorite and Clinozoisite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Labradorite and Clinozoisite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Labradorite is 3.21-3.38 whereas that of Clinozoisite is 3.21-3.38.