Sanidine and Labradorite Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
2.54-2.61
2.69-2.72
Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Uneven, Conchoidal, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Cleavage
{001} Perfect, {010} Good
Perfect on {001}, less perfect on {010}, intersecting at near 90°; distinct on {110}
Chemical Composition
KAlSi 3O 8Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
(Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8
Sanidine and Labradorite Chemical Formula
While comparing Sanidine 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 Sanidine and Labradorite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Sanidine- KAlSi 3O 8Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
- Chemical formula of Labradorite- (Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8
Sanidine and Labradorite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Sanidine and Labradorite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Sanidine and Labradorite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Sanidine is 2.69-2.72 whereas that of Labradorite is 2.69-2.72.