Labradorite and Piemontite Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
  
Brittle
  
Solubility
Not Available
  
Not Available
  
Durability
Not Available
  
Not Available
  
Specific Gravity
2.69-2.72
  
Not Available
  
Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  
Uneven, Splintery
  
Cleavage
Perfect on {001}, less perfect on {010}, intersecting at near 90°; distinct on {110}
  
[001] good, [100] distinct
  
Mohs Hardness
6-6.5
  
6-6.5
  
Chemical Composition
(Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8
  
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Labradorite and Piemontite Chemical Formula
While comparing Labradorite and Piemontite 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 Piemontite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Labradorite- (Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8
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Labradorite and Piemontite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Labradorite and Piemontite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Labradorite and Piemontite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Labradorite is Not Available whereas that of Piemontite is Not Available.