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Onyx and Labradorite 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
2.55-2.70
2.69-2.72
1.5 Fracture
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Uneven, Conchoidal, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
1.6 Cleavage
Indiscernible
Perfect on {001}, less perfect on {010}, intersecting at near 90°; distinct on {110}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.5-7
6-6.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
SiO2
(Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8

Onyx and Labradorite Chemical Formula

While comparing Onyx 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 Onyx and Labradorite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Onyx- SiO2
  • Chemical formula of Labradorite- (Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8

Onyx and Labradorite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Onyx and Labradorite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Onyx and Labradorite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Onyx is 2.69-2.72 whereas that of Labradorite is 2.69-2.72.