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Spinel and Labradorite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Not Available
1.2 Solubility
none
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.64-3.662.69-2.72
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Uneven, Conchoidal, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
1.6 Cleavage
None, but may exhibit slight parting
Perfect on {001}, less perfect on {010}, intersecting at near 90°; distinct on {110}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
86-6.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
MgAl2O4
(Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8

Spinel and Labradorite Chemical Formula

While comparing Spinel 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 Spinel and Labradorite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Spinel- MgAl2O4
  • Chemical formula of Labradorite- (Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8

Spinel and Labradorite Specific Gravity

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