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Labradorite and Halite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Water-soluble
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.69-2.722.17
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Conchoidal, Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on {001}, less perfect on {010}, intersecting at near 90°; distinct on {110}
Perfect {001}, three directions cubic
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-6.52.0-2.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8
NaCl

Labradorite and Halite Chemical Formula

While comparing Labradorite and Halite 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 Halite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Labradorite- (Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8
  • Chemical formula of Halite- NaCl

Labradorite and Halite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Labradorite and Halite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Labradorite and Halite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Labradorite is 2.17 whereas that of Halite is 2.17.