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Labradorite and Topaz Physical Properties

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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
2.69-2.723.49-3.57
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Subconchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on {001}, less perfect on {010}, intersecting at near 90°; distinct on {110}
[001] Perfect
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-6.58
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8
Al2SiO4(F,OH)2

Labradorite and Topaz Chemical Formula

While comparing Labradorite and Topaz 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 Topaz chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Labradorite- (Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8
  • Chemical formula of Topaz- Al2SiO4(F,OH)2

Labradorite and Topaz Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Labradorite and Topaz Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Labradorite and Topaz Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Labradorite is 3.49-3.57 whereas that of Topaz is 3.49-3.57.