Schorlomite and Labradorite Physical Properties

Schorlomite

Labradorite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.77-3.932.69-2.72

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Gems, Conchoidal, Brittle

Uneven, Conchoidal, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

1.6 Cleavage

None

Perfect on {001}, less perfect on {010}, intersecting at near 90°; distinct on {110}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

7-7.56-6.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Ca 3Ti4+2(Fe3+2Si)O 12Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

(Na,Ca)_1-2Si_3-2O₈

Schorlomite and Labradorite Chemical Formula

While comparing Schorlomite 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 Schorlomite and Labradorite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Schorlomite- Ca 3Ti4+2(Fe3+2Si)O 12Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Chemical formula of Labradorite- (Na,Ca)_1-2Si_3-2O₈

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Schorlomite and Labradorite Specific Gravity

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