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Labradorite and Sodalite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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Soluble
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.69-2.722.15-2.40
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Conchoidal, Uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on {001}, less perfect on {010}, intersecting at near 90°; distinct on {110}
Poor on {110}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-6.55-6
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8
Na8Al6Si6O24Cl2

Labradorite and Sodalite Chemical Formula

While comparing Labradorite and Sodalite 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 Sodalite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Labradorite- (Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8
  • Chemical formula of Sodalite- Na8Al6Si6O24Cl2

Labradorite and Sodalite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Labradorite and Sodalite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Labradorite and Sodalite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Labradorite is 2.15-2.40 whereas that of Sodalite is 2.15-2.40.