Leucite and Labradorite Physical Properties
Tenacity
Brittle
Not Available
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
2.45-2.50
2.69-2.72
Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
Uneven, Conchoidal, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Cleavage
Poor on {110}
Perfect on {001}, less perfect on {010}, intersecting at near 90°; distinct on {110}
Mohs Hardness
5.5-6
6-6.5
Chemical Composition
KAlSi 2O 6Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
(Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8
Leucite and Labradorite Chemical Formula
While comparing Leucite and Labradorite 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 Leucite and Labradorite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Leucite- KAlSi 2O 6Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
- Chemical formula of Labradorite- (Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8
Leucite and Labradorite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Leucite and Labradorite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Leucite and Labradorite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Leucite is 2.69-2.72 whereas that of Labradorite is 2.69-2.72.