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Labradorite and Sunstone Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.69-2.72
2.62-2.65
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Gemstones of the world (2001)
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on {001}, less perfect on {010}, intersecting at near 90°; distinct on {110}
001
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-6.5
6
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8
Microcline: KAlSi3O8 Oligoclase: (Na,Ca)Al1-2Si3-2O8

Labradorite and Sunstone Chemical Formula

While comparing Labradorite and Sunstone 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 Sunstone chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Labradorite- (Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8
  • Chemical formula of Sunstone- Microcline: KAlSi3O8 Oligoclase: (Na,Ca)Al1-2Si3-2O8

Labradorite and Sunstone Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Labradorite and Sunstone Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Labradorite and Sunstone Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Labradorite is 2.62-2.65 whereas that of Sunstone is 2.62-2.65.