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Labradorite and Hemimorphite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Soluble
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.69-2.72
3.30-3.50
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on {001}, less perfect on {010}, intersecting at near 90°; distinct on {110}
Perfect on {110}, poor on {101}, {001} rare
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-6.5
5
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8
Zn 4Si 2O 7(OH) 2H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Labradorite and Hemimorphite Chemical Formula

While comparing Labradorite and Hemimorphite 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 Hemimorphite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Labradorite- (Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8
  • Chemical formula of Hemimorphite- Zn 4Si 2O 7(OH) 2H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Labradorite and Hemimorphite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Labradorite and Hemimorphite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Labradorite and Hemimorphite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Labradorite is 3.30-3.50 whereas that of Hemimorphite is 3.30-3.50.