Poudretteite and Labradorite Physical Properties

Poudretteite and Labradorite Chemical Formula

While comparing Poudretteite 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 Poudretteite and Labradorite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Poudretteite- KNa 2B 3Si 12O 30Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
• Chemical formula of Labradorite- (Na,Ca)_1-2Si_3-2O₈

Poudretteite and Labradorite Specific Gravity

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