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Labradorite and Spinel Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Not Available
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
none
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.69-2.723.64-3.66
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on {001}, less perfect on {010}, intersecting at near 90°; distinct on {110}
None, but may exhibit slight parting
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-6.58
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8
MgAl2O4

Labradorite and Spinel Chemical Formula

While comparing Labradorite and Spinel 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 Spinel chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Labradorite- (Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8
  • Chemical formula of Spinel- MgAl2O4

Labradorite and Spinel Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Labradorite and Spinel Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Labradorite and Spinel Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Labradorite is 3.64-3.66 whereas that of Spinel is 3.64-3.66.