Sellaite and Labradorite Physical Properties

Sellaite and Labradorite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sellaite 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 Sellaite and Labradorite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Sellaite- MgF 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
• Chemical formula of Labradorite- (Na,Ca)_1-2Si_3-2O₈

Sellaite and Labradorite Specific Gravity

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