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Labradorite and Emerald 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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Hard
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.69-2.722.67-2.78
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on {001}, less perfect on {010}, intersecting at near 90°; distinct on {110}
Imperfect on the [0001]
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-6.57.5-8
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8
Be3Al2SiO6

Labradorite and Emerald Chemical Formula

While comparing Labradorite and Emerald 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 Emerald chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Labradorite- (Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8
  • Chemical formula of Emerald- Be3Al2SiO6

Labradorite and Emerald Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Labradorite and Emerald Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Labradorite and Emerald Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Labradorite is 2.67-2.78 whereas that of Emerald is 2.67-2.78.