Labradorite and Jade Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
Not Available
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
2.69-2.72
2.90-3.38
Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Gemstones of the world (2001), Difficult, Splintery
Cleavage
Perfect on {001}, less perfect on {010}, intersecting at near 90°; distinct on {110}
1 or 2,2 prismatic.
Chemical Composition
(Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8
Nephrite: Ca2(Mg,Fe)5Si8O22(OH)2 Jadeite: NaAlSi2O6
Labradorite and Jade Chemical Formula
While comparing Labradorite and Jade 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 Jade chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Labradorite- (Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8
- Chemical formula of Jade- Nephrite: Ca2(Mg,Fe)5Si8O22(OH)2 Jadeite: NaAlSi2O6
Labradorite and Jade Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Labradorite and Jade Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Labradorite and Jade Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Labradorite is 2.90-3.38 whereas that of Jade is 2.90-3.38.