Rose Quartz and Labradorite Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
2.65
  
2.69-2.72
  
Fracture
ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001), ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
  
Uneven, Conchoidal, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  
Cleavage
Indiscernible
  
Perfect on {001}, less perfect on {010}, intersecting at near 90°; distinct on {110}
  
Mohs Hardness
7
  
6-6.5
  
Chemical Composition
SiO2
  
(Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8
  
Rose Quartz and Labradorite Chemical Formula
While comparing Rose Quartz 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 Rose Quartz and Labradorite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Rose Quartz- SiO2
- Chemical formula of Labradorite- (Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8
Rose Quartz and Labradorite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Rose Quartz and Labradorite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Rose Quartz and Labradorite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Rose Quartz is 2.69-2.72 whereas that of Labradorite is 2.69-2.72.