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Thomsonite and Labradorite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.25-2.40
2.69-2.72
1.5 Fracture
UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Uneven, Conchoidal, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
1.6 Cleavage
perfect on {010}; good on {100}
Perfect on {001}, less perfect on {010}, intersecting at near 90°; distinct on {110}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-5.5
6-6.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
NaCa 2Al 5Si 5O 20 · 6H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
(Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8

Thomsonite and Labradorite Chemical Formula

While comparing Thomsonite 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 Thomsonite and Labradorite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Thomsonite- NaCa 2Al 5Si 5O 20 · 6H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Labradorite- (Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8

Thomsonite and Labradorite Specific Gravity

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