Labradorite and Sillimanite Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
  
Tough
  
Solubility
Not Available
  
Not Available
  
Durability
Not Available
  
Not Available
  
Specific Gravity
2.69-2.72
  
3.20-3.26
  
Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  
Splintery
  
Cleavage
Perfect on {001}, less perfect on {010}, intersecting at near 90°; distinct on {110}
  
{010} perfect
  
Mohs Hardness
6-6.5
  
6-7.5
  
Chemical Composition
(Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8
  
Al 2SiO 5Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  
Labradorite and Sillimanite Chemical Formula
While comparing Labradorite and Sillimanite 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 Sillimanite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Labradorite- (Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8
- Chemical formula of Sillimanite- Al 2SiO 5Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Labradorite and Sillimanite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Labradorite and Sillimanite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Labradorite and Sillimanite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Labradorite is 3.20-3.26 whereas that of Sillimanite is 3.20-3.26.