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Labradorite and Pyrope Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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insoluble in water
1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.69-2.723.62-3.87
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on {001}, less perfect on {010}, intersecting at near 90°; distinct on {110}
None
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-6.57-7.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8
Mg 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Labradorite and Pyrope Chemical Formula

While comparing Labradorite and Pyrope 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 Pyrope chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Labradorite- (Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8
  • Chemical formula of Pyrope- Mg 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Labradorite and Pyrope Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Labradorite and Pyrope Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Labradorite and Pyrope Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Labradorite is 3.62-3.87 whereas that of Pyrope is 3.62-3.87.