Labradorite and Neptunite Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
2.69-2.72
3.19-3.23
Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Conchoidal, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle
Cleavage
Perfect on {001}, less perfect on {010}, intersecting at near 90°; distinct on {110}
{110} good
Chemical Composition
(Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8
KNa 2Li(Fe2+ ,Mn2+ ) 2Ti 2Si 8O 24Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Labradorite and Neptunite Chemical Formula
While comparing Labradorite and Neptunite 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 Neptunite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Labradorite- (Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8
- Chemical formula of Neptunite- KNa 2Li(Fe2+ ,Mn2+ ) 2Ti 2Si 8O 24Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Labradorite and Neptunite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Labradorite and Neptunite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Labradorite and Neptunite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Labradorite is 3.19-3.23 whereas that of Neptunite is 3.19-3.23.