Labradorite and Rhodolite Physical Properties

Labradorite

Rhodolite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

2.69-2.723.84

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven, Conchoidal, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Conchoidal

1.6 Cleavage

Perfect on {001}, less perfect on {010}, intersecting at near 90°; distinct on {110}

none, may show indistinct parting

1.7 Mohs Hardness

6-6.57-7.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

(Na,Ca)_1-2Si_3-2O₈

(Mg,Fe)₃Al₂Si₃O₁₂

Labradorite and Rhodolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Labradorite and Rhodolite 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 Rhodolite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Labradorite- (Na,Ca)_1-2Si_3-2O₈
Chemical formula of Rhodolite- (Mg,Fe)₃Al₂Si₃O₁₂

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Labradorite and Rhodolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Labradorite and Rhodolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Labradorite and Rhodolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Labradorite is 3.84 whereas that of Rhodolite is 3.84.