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Labradorite and Zircon Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
insoluble
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.69-2.72
3.93-4.73
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}
{110} and {111}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-6.5
7.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8
ZrSiO4

Labradorite and Zircon Chemical Formula

While comparing Labradorite and Zircon 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 Zircon chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Labradorite- (Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8
  • Chemical formula of Zircon- ZrSiO4

Labradorite and Zircon Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Labradorite and Zircon Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Labradorite and Zircon Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Labradorite is 3.93-4.73 whereas that of Zircon is 3.93-4.73.