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Phenakite and Labradorite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
Not Available
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.90-2.98
2.69-2.72
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001), Brittle
Uneven, Conchoidal, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
1.6 Cleavage
Distinct on {11 2 0}, imperfect on {10 1 1}
Perfect on {001}, less perfect on {010}, intersecting at near 90°; distinct on {110}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7.5-8
6-6.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Be 2SiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
(Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8

Phenakite and Labradorite Chemical Formula

While comparing Phenakite 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 Phenakite and Labradorite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Phenakite- Be 2SiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Labradorite- (Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8

Phenakite and Labradorite Specific Gravity

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