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Labradorite and Orthoclase 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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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.69-2.72
2.54-2.61
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Gems, Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on {001}, less perfect on {010}, intersecting at near 90°; distinct on {110}
Has perfect cleavage on {001} and good cleavage on {010}. Cleavages intersect at 90°.
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-6.5
6
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8
KAlSi 3O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Labradorite and Orthoclase Chemical Formula

While comparing Labradorite and Orthoclase 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 Orthoclase chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Labradorite- (Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8
  • Chemical formula of Orthoclase- KAlSi 3O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Labradorite and Orthoclase Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Labradorite and Orthoclase Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Labradorite and Orthoclase Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Labradorite is 2.54-2.61 whereas that of Orthoclase is 2.54-2.61.